Opihi College vs Waihi School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 7.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Opihi College
Temuka ยท State secondary (year 7-15) ยท Years 7โ13
273 students
Waihi School
Temuka ยท Private full primary ยท Years 1โ8
140 students
| Measure | Opihi College Temuka, Canterbury | Waihi School Temuka, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 31 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #55 of 57 | โ |
| National rank | #374 of 486 | โ |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7โ13 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 273 | 140 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 504 | โ |
| Total roll | 273 | 140 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 3% | 23.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 65% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 25% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 23.1% | 5.7% |
| Pacific students | 5.5% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Temuka | Temuka |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.opihicollege.school.nz/ | www.waihi.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขOpihi College does better on roll size (273 vs 140).
- โขWaihi School does better on roll growth (5 years) (23.7% vs 3%).
- โขOpihi College is the larger school with 273 students compared with 140.
- โขOpihi College is a state school while Waihi School is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Opihi College better than Waihi School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Opihi College and Waihi School?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between Temuka and Temuka in Canterbury.
How do Opihi College and Waihi School rank in Canterbury?
Opihi College is 55th of 57 and Waihi School is unranked among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).