Cambridge Middle School vs Pirongia School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 25 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
Pirongia School
Pirongia ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
374 students
| Measure | Cambridge Middle School Cambridge, Waikato | Pirongia School Pirongia, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 63 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #45 of 179 | #53 of 179 |
| National rank | #558 of 1,559 | #628 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Restricted Composite (Year 7-10) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7โ10 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 597 | 374 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 431 | 432 |
| Total roll | 597 | 374 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -7.9% | -2.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 17.4% | 21.1% |
| Pacific students | 2.8% | 6.7% |
| International students | 0.2% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Cambridge | Pirongia |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.cms.school.nz | www.pirongia.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขCambridge Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (62.9 vs 60.0).
- โขCambridge Middle School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (431 vs 432).
- โขCambridge Middle School does better on roll size (597 vs 374).
- โขPirongia School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.1% vs -7.9%).
- โขCambridge Middle School is the larger school with 597 students compared with 374.
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 Pirongia School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Cambridge Middle School ranks higher (62.9 vs 60.0 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 Cambridge Middle School and Pirongia School?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Cambridge and Pirongia in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Cambridge Middle School: 431. Pirongia School: 432. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Cambridge Middle School and Pirongia School rank in Waikato?
Cambridge Middle School is 45th of 179 and Pirongia School is 53rd of 179 among restricted composite (year 7-10) schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).