Goldfields School (Paeroa) vs Hikutaia School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 8.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goldfields School (Paeroa)
Paeroa ยท State special school
92 students
Hikutaia School
Hikutaia ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
140 students
| Measure | Goldfields School (Paeroa) Paeroa, Waikato | Hikutaia School Hikutaia, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #123 of 179 |
| National rank | โ | #1105 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Special School | Full Primary |
| Year range | โ | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 92 | 140 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 518 | 481 |
| Total roll | 92 | 140 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 86% | 24.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 40.2% | 50.7% |
| Pacific students | 10.9% | 7.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Paeroa | Hikutaia |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.gfs.school.nz | hikutaia.ultranet.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขHikutaia School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (481 vs 518).
- โขHikutaia School does better on roll size (140 vs 92).
- โขGoldfields School (Paeroa) does better on roll growth (5 years) (86% vs 24.5%).
- โขHikutaia School is the larger school with 140 students compared with 92.
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 Goldfields School (Paeroa) better than Hikutaia 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 Goldfields School (Paeroa) and Hikutaia School?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Paeroa and Hikutaia in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Goldfields School (Paeroa): 518. Hikutaia School: 481. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Goldfields School (Paeroa) and Hikutaia School rank in Waikato?
Goldfields School (Paeroa) is unranked and Hikutaia School is 123rd of 179 among special school schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).