Goldfields School (Paeroa) vs Netherton School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 6.6 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
Netherton School
Netherton ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
138 students
| Measure | Goldfields School (Paeroa) Paeroa, Waikato | Netherton School Netherton, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 47 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #97 of 179 |
| National rank | โ | #960 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Special School | Full Primary |
| Year range | โ | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 92 | 138 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 518 | 465 |
| Total roll | 92 | 138 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 86% | 6.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 40.2% | 16.7% |
| Pacific students | 10.9% | 1.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Paeroa | Netherton |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.gfs.school.nz | www.netherton.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขNetherton School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (465 vs 518).
- โขNetherton School does better on roll size (138 vs 92).
- โขGoldfields School (Paeroa) does better on roll growth (5 years) (86% vs 6.9%).
- โขNetherton School is the larger school with 138 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 Netherton 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 Netherton School?
About 6.6 km in a straight line, between Paeroa and Netherton in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Goldfields School (Paeroa): 518. Netherton School: 465. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Goldfields School (Paeroa) and Netherton School rank in Waikato?
Goldfields School (Paeroa) is unranked and Netherton School is 97th of 179 among special school schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).