Rotorua School vs Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 1.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rotorua School
Rotorua Central ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
400 students
Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology
Rotorua ยท State composite (year 1-10) ยท Years 1โ13
105 students
| Measure | Rotorua School Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty | Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology Rotorua, Bay of Plenty |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 37 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #65 of 101 | #22 of 34 |
| National rank | #1175 of 1,559 | #388 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Composite (Year 1-10) |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ13 |
| Students | 400 | 105 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 522 | 513 |
| Total roll | 400 | 105 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 49.6% | -7.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 93.5% | 99% |
| Pacific students | 11.3% | 2.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Rotorua Central | Rotorua |
| region | Bay of Plenty | Bay of Plenty |
| Website | www.rp.school.nz | terangihakahaka.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขRotorua School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (36.8 vs 28.1).
- โขTe Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (513 vs 522).
- โขRotorua School does better on roll size (400 vs 105).
- โขRotorua School does better on roll growth (5 years) (49.6% vs -7.8%).
- โขRotorua School is the larger school with 400 students compared with 105.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Rotorua School better than Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology?
On the Success Index (NZ), Rotorua School ranks higher (36.8 vs 28.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Rotorua School and Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Rotorua Central and Rotorua in Bay of Plenty.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Rotorua School: 522. Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology: 513. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Rotorua School and Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology rank in Bay of Plenty?
Rotorua School is 65th of 101 and Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology is 22nd of 34 among full primary schools in Bay of Plenty on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).