Gordonton School vs Orini Combined School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 12 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gordonton School
Gordonton · State full primary · Years 1–8
254 students
Orini Combined School
Taupiri · State full primary · Years 1–8
95 students
| Measure | Gordonton School Gordonton, Waikato | Orini Combined School Taupiri, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 64 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #38 of 179 | #114 of 179 |
| National rank | #538 of 1,559 | #1047 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 254 | 95 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 420 | 460 |
| Total roll | 254 | 95 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -11.1% | -30.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 7.1% | 20% |
| Pacific students | 1.2% | 4.2% |
| International students | 3.1% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Gordonton | Taupiri |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.gordonton.school.nz | www.orini.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Gordonton School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (63.7 vs 42.9).
- •Gordonton School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (420 vs 460).
- •Gordonton School does better on roll size (254 vs 95).
- •Gordonton School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-11.1% vs -30.7%).
- •Gordonton School is the larger school with 254 students compared with 95.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Gordonton School better than Orini Combined School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Gordonton School ranks higher (63.7 vs 42.9 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 Gordonton School and Orini Combined School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Gordonton and Taupiri in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Gordonton School: 420. Orini Combined School: 460. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Gordonton School and Orini Combined School rank in Waikato?
Gordonton School is 38th of 179 and Orini Combined School is 114th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).