Hamilton East School vs Patricia Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 980 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hamilton East School
Hamilton East Β· State contributing Β· Years 1β6
554 students
Patricia Avenue School
Hamilton East Β· State special school
210 students
| Measure | Hamilton East School Hamilton East, Waikato | Patricia Avenue School Hamilton East, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 62 Top 50% | β Not rated |
| Region rank | #48 of 179 | β |
| National rank | #577 of 1,559 | β |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Special School |
| Year range | Years 1β6 | β |
| Students | 554 | 210 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 454 | 500 |
| Total roll | 554 | 210 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 13.3% | 1.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | β | β |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | β | β |
| Leavers with University Entrance | β | β |
| MΔori students | 31.2% | 43.8% |
| Pacific students | 7.9% | 11.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Hamilton East | Hamilton East |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.hameast.school.nz | www.patave.school.nz |
The verdict
- β’Hamilton East School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (454 vs 500).
- β’Hamilton East School does better on roll size (554 vs 210).
- β’Hamilton East School does better on roll growth (5 years) (13.3% vs 1.5%).
- β’Hamilton East School is the larger school with 554 students compared with 210.
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 East School better than Patricia Avenue 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 Hamilton East School and Patricia Avenue School?
About 980 m in a straight line, between Hamilton East and Hamilton East in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hamilton East School: 454. Patricia Avenue School: 500. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hamilton East School and Patricia Avenue School rank in Waikato?
Hamilton East School is 48th of 179 and Patricia Avenue School is unranked among contributing schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).