Broadlands School vs Pokuru School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 108 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Broadlands School
Reporoa · State contributing · Years 1–6
129 students
Pokuru School
Pokuru · State contributing · Years 1–6
145 students
| Measure | Broadlands School Reporoa, Waikato | Pokuru School Pokuru, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 47 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #94 of 179 | #109 of 179 |
| National rank | #944 of 1,559 | #1030 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 129 | 145 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 462 | 461 |
| Total roll | 129 | 145 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 30.4% | -14.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 35.7% | 32.4% |
| Pacific students | 4.7% | 4.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Reporoa | Pokuru |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.broadlands.school.nz | www.pokuru.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Broadlands School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (47.3 vs 43.5).
- •Pokuru School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (461 vs 462).
- •Pokuru School does better on roll size (145 vs 129).
- •Broadlands School does better on roll growth (5 years) (30.4% vs -14.9%).
- •Pokuru School is the larger school with 145 students compared with 129.
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 Broadlands School better than Pokuru School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Broadlands School ranks higher (47.3 vs 43.5 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 Broadlands School and Pokuru School?
About 108 km in a straight line, between Reporoa and Pokuru in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Broadlands School: 462. Pokuru School: 461. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Broadlands School and Pokuru School rank in Waikato?
Broadlands School is 94th of 179 and Pokuru School is 109th of 179 among contributing schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).