Frankton School vs Rhode Street School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 673 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frankton School
Dinsdale ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
732 students
Rhode Street School
Dinsdale ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
212 students
| Measure | Frankton School Dinsdale, Waikato | Rhode Street School Dinsdale, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 47 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #95 of 179 | #155 of 179 |
| National rank | #952 of 1,559 | #1395 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 732 | 212 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 496 | 537 |
| Total roll | 732 | 212 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 1.8% | 13.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 46.9% | 66% |
| Pacific students | 13.1% | 13.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Dinsdale | Dinsdale |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.franktonschool.ac.nz | www.rhodestreet.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขFrankton School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (46.9 vs 27.2).
- โขFrankton School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (496 vs 537).
- โขFrankton School does better on roll size (732 vs 212).
- โขRhode Street School does better on roll growth (5 years) (13.1% vs 1.8%).
- โขFrankton School is the larger school with 732 students compared with 212.
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 Frankton School better than Rhode Street School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Frankton School ranks higher (46.9 vs 27.2 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 Frankton School and Rhode Street School?
About 673 m in a straight line, between Dinsdale and Dinsdale in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Frankton School: 496. Rhode Street School: 537. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Frankton School and Rhode Street School rank in Waikato?
Frankton School is 95th of 179 and Rhode Street School is 155th of 179 among contributing schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).