Fraser High School vs Paeroa College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 58 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fraser High School
Dinsdale · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
1,420 students
Paeroa College
Paeroa · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
315 students
| Measure | Fraser High School Dinsdale, Waikato | Paeroa College Paeroa, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 35 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #31 of 58 | #27 of 58 |
| National rank | #338 of 486 | #311 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 1,420 | 315 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 508 | 507 |
| Total roll | 1,420 | 315 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 3.9% | 39.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 61.6% | 78.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 33.9% | 51.7% |
| Māori students | 42.6% | 46.3% |
| Pacific students | 19.6% | 4.4% |
| International students | 0% | 1% |
| suburb or town | Dinsdale | Paeroa |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.fraser.school.nz | www.paeroacollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Paeroa College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (39.2 vs 35.2).
- •Paeroa College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (507 vs 508).
- •Fraser High School does better on roll size (1,420 vs 315).
- •Paeroa College does better on roll growth (5 years) (39.6% vs 3.9%).
- •Paeroa College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (78.2% vs 61.6%).
- •Fraser High School is the larger school with 1,420 students compared with 315.
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 Fraser High School better than Paeroa College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Paeroa College ranks higher (39.2 vs 35.2 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 Fraser High School and Paeroa College?
About 58 km in a straight line, between Dinsdale and Paeroa in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Fraser High School: 508. Paeroa College: 507. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Fraser High School and Paeroa College rank in Waikato?
Fraser High School is 31st of 58 and Paeroa College is 27th of 58 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).