Hikutaia School vs Otorohanga South School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 107 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hikutaia School
Hikutaia · State full primary · Years 1–8
140 students
Otorohanga South School
Otorohanga · State full primary · Years 1–8
331 students
| Measure | Hikutaia School Hikutaia, Waikato | Otorohanga South School Otorohanga, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 40 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #123 of 179 | #131 of 179 |
| National rank | #1105 of 1,559 | #1168 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 140 | 331 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 481 | 481 |
| Total roll | 140 | 331 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 24.5% | -5.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 50.7% | 48.3% |
| Pacific students | 7.1% | 5.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Hikutaia | Otorohanga |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | hikutaia.ultranet.school.nz | www.otosouth.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Hikutaia School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (40.0 vs 37.0).
- •Otorohanga South School does better on roll size (331 vs 140).
- •Hikutaia School does better on roll growth (5 years) (24.5% vs -5.1%).
- •Otorohanga South School is the larger school with 331 students compared with 140.
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 Hikutaia School better than Otorohanga South School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Hikutaia School ranks higher (40.0 vs 37.0 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 Hikutaia School and Otorohanga South School?
About 107 km in a straight line, between Hikutaia and Otorohanga in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hikutaia School: 481. Otorohanga South School: 481. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hikutaia School and Otorohanga South School rank in Waikato?
Hikutaia School is 123rd of 179 and Otorohanga South School is 131st of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).