Cambridge Middle School vs Kaipaki School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 6.7 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cambridge Middle School
Cambridge ยท State restricted composite (year 7-10) ยท Years 7โ10
597 students
Kaipaki School
Ohaupo ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
136 students
| Measure | Cambridge Middle School Cambridge, Waikato | Kaipaki School Ohaupo, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 63 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #45 of 179 | #41 of 179 |
| National rank | #558 of 1,559 | #545 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Restricted Composite (Year 7-10) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7โ10 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 597 | 136 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 431 | 417 |
| Total roll | 597 | 136 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -7.9% | -5.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 17.4% | 12.5% |
| Pacific students | 2.8% | 5.1% |
| International students | 0.2% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Cambridge | Ohaupo |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.cms.school.nz | www.kaipaki.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (62.9 vs 63.3).
- โขKaipaki School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (417 vs 431).
- โขCambridge Middle School does better on roll size (597 vs 136).
- โขKaipaki School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-5.1% vs -7.9%).
- โขCambridge Middle School is the larger school with 597 students compared with 136.
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 Cambridge Middle School better than Kaipaki 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 Cambridge Middle School and Kaipaki School?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Cambridge and Ohaupo in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Cambridge Middle School: 431. Kaipaki School: 417. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Cambridge Middle School and Kaipaki School rank in Waikato?
Cambridge Middle School is 45th of 179 and Kaipaki School is 41st of 179 among restricted composite (year 7-10) schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).