Fraser High School vs Rhode Street School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 1.8 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fraser High School
Dinsdale ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
1,420 students
Rhode Street School
Dinsdale ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
212 students
| Measure | Fraser High School Dinsdale, Waikato | Rhode Street School Dinsdale, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 35 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #31 of 58 | #155 of 179 |
| National rank | #338 of 486 | #1395 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 9โ13 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 1,420 | 212 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 508 | 537 |
| Total roll | 1,420 | 212 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 3.9% | 13.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 61.6% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 33.9% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 42.6% | 66% |
| Pacific students | 19.6% | 13.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Dinsdale | Dinsdale |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.fraser.school.nz | www.rhodestreet.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขFraser High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (35.2 vs 27.2).
- โขFraser High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (508 vs 537).
- โขFraser High School does better on roll size (1,420 vs 212).
- โขRhode Street School does better on roll growth (5 years) (13.1% vs 3.9%).
- โขFraser High School is the larger school with 1,420 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 Fraser High School better than Rhode Street School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Fraser High School ranks higher (35.2 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 Fraser High School and Rhode Street School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Dinsdale and Dinsdale in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Fraser High School: 508. Rhode Street School: 537. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Fraser High School and Rhode Street School rank in Waikato?
Fraser High School is 31st of 58 and Rhode Street School is 155th of 179 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).