Goldfields School (Paeroa) vs Paeroa College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 1.7 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
Paeroa College
Paeroa ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
315 students
| Measure | Goldfields School (Paeroa) Paeroa, Waikato | Paeroa College Paeroa, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #27 of 58 |
| National rank | โ | #311 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Special School | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | โ | Years 9โ13 |
| Students | 92 | 315 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 518 | 507 |
| Total roll | 92 | 315 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 86% | 39.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 78.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 51.7% |
| Mฤori students | 40.2% | 46.3% |
| Pacific students | 10.9% | 4.4% |
| International students | 0% | 1% |
| suburb or town | Paeroa | Paeroa |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.gfs.school.nz | www.paeroacollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขPaeroa College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (507 vs 518).
- โขPaeroa College does better on roll size (315 vs 92).
- โขGoldfields School (Paeroa) does better on roll growth (5 years) (86% vs 39.6%).
- โขPaeroa College is the larger school with 315 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 Paeroa College?
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 Paeroa College?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Paeroa and Paeroa in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Goldfields School (Paeroa): 518. Paeroa College: 507. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Goldfields School (Paeroa) and Paeroa College rank in Waikato?
Goldfields School (Paeroa) is unranked and Paeroa College is 27th of 58 among special school schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).