Huntly School (Waikato) vs Paeroa Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 49 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Huntly School (Waikato)
Huntly · State full primary · Years 1–8
185 students
Paeroa Central School
Paeroa · State full primary · Years 1–8
77 students
| Measure | Huntly School (Waikato) Huntly, Waikato | Paeroa Central School Paeroa, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 17 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #176 of 179 | #178 of 179 |
| National rank | #1538 of 1,559 | #1548 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 185 | 77 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 546 | 545 |
| Total roll | 185 | 77 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -22.3% | -7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 76.8% | 90.9% |
| Pacific students | 16.8% | 22.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Huntly | Paeroa |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.huntlyprimary.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Huntly School (Waikato) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (17.1 vs 15.1).
- •Paeroa Central School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (545 vs 546).
- •Huntly School (Waikato) does better on roll size (185 vs 77).
- •Paeroa Central School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-7% vs -22.3%).
- •Huntly School (Waikato) is the larger school with 185 students compared with 77.
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 Huntly School (Waikato) better than Paeroa Central School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Huntly School (Waikato) ranks higher (17.1 vs 15.1 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 Huntly School (Waikato) and Paeroa Central School?
About 49 km in a straight line, between Huntly and Paeroa in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Huntly School (Waikato): 546. Paeroa Central School: 545. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Huntly School (Waikato) and Paeroa Central School rank in Waikato?
Huntly School (Waikato) is 176th of 179 and Paeroa Central School is 178th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).