Kaipaki School vs Tamahere Model Country School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 7.4 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kaipaki School
Ohaupo ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
136 students
Tamahere Model Country School
Tamahere ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
378 students
| Measure | Kaipaki School Ohaupo, Waikato | Tamahere Model Country School Tamahere, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 63 Top 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #41 of 179 | #10 of 179 |
| National rank | #545 of 1,559 | #200 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 136 | 378 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 417 | 372 |
| Total roll | 136 | 378 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -5.1% | -12.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 12.5% | 11.6% |
| Pacific students | 5.1% | 3.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ohaupo | Tamahere |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.kaipaki.school.nz | www.tamahere.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- โขTamahere Model Country School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (78.2 vs 63.3).
- โขTamahere Model Country School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (372 vs 417).
- โขTamahere Model Country School does better on roll size (378 vs 136).
- โขKaipaki School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-5.1% vs -12.1%).
- โขTamahere Model Country School is the larger school with 378 students compared with 136.
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 Kaipaki School better than Tamahere Model Country School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Tamahere Model Country School ranks higher (78.2 vs 63.3 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 Kaipaki School and Tamahere Model Country School?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Ohaupo and Tamahere in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kaipaki School: 417. Tamahere Model Country School: 372. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kaipaki School and Tamahere Model Country School rank in Waikato?
Kaipaki School is 41st of 179 and Tamahere Model Country School is 10th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).