Hamilton Boys' High School vs Tai Wananga
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary (year 9-15) schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 1.4 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hamilton Boys' High School
Hamilton · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
2,267 students
Tai Wananga
Hamilton · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
165 students
| Measure | Hamilton Boys' High School Hamilton, Waikato | Tai Wananga Hamilton, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 72 Top 25% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #5 of 58 | #43 of 58 |
| National rank | #91 of 486 | #397 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 2,267 | 165 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 429 | 526 |
| Total roll | 2,267 | 165 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 6.7% | 14.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 84.3% | 68.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 58% | 54.3% |
| Māori students | 22.5% | 94.5% |
| Pacific students | 8.2% | 22.4% |
| International students | 3.1% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Hamilton | Hamilton |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.hbhs.school.nz | www.taiwananga.co.nz |
The verdict
- •Hamilton Boys' High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (72.4 vs 26.5).
- •Hamilton Boys' High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (429 vs 526).
- •Hamilton Boys' High School does better on roll size (2,267 vs 165).
- •Tai Wananga does better on roll growth (5 years) (14.2% vs 6.7%).
- •Hamilton Boys' High School does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (84.3% vs 68.6%).
- •Hamilton Boys' High School is the larger school with 2,267 students compared with 165.
- •Hamilton Boys' High School is boys and Tai Wananga is co-educational.
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 Hamilton Boys' High School better than Tai Wananga?
On the Success Index (NZ), Hamilton Boys' High School ranks higher (72.4 vs 26.5 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 Hamilton Boys' High School and Tai Wananga?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Hamilton and Hamilton in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hamilton Boys' High School: 429. Tai Wananga: 526. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hamilton Boys' High School and Tai Wananga rank in Waikato?
Hamilton Boys' High School is 5th of 58 and Tai Wananga is 43rd of 58 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).