Karangahake School vs Otorohanga South School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 97 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Karangahake School
Karangahake ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
49 students
Otorohanga South School
Otorohanga ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
331 students
| Measure | Karangahake School Karangahake, Waikato | Otorohanga South School Otorohanga, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 35 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #131 of 179 |
| National rank | โ | #1168 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 49 | 331 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 480 | 481 |
| Total roll | 49 | 331 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 24.5% | -5.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 42.9% | 48.3% |
| Pacific students | 10.2% | 5.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Karangahake | Otorohanga |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.karangahake.school.nz | www.otosouth.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขOtorohanga South School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (37.0 vs 35.0).
- โขKarangahake School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (480 vs 481).
- โขOtorohanga South School does better on roll size (331 vs 49).
- โขKarangahake School does better on roll growth (5 years) (24.5% vs -5.1%).
- โขOtorohanga South School is the larger school with 331 students compared with 49.
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 Karangahake School better than Otorohanga South School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Otorohanga South School ranks higher (37.0 vs 35.0 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 Karangahake School and Otorohanga South School?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Karangahake and Otorohanga in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Karangahake School: 480. Otorohanga South School: 481. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Karangahake School and Otorohanga South School rank in Waikato?
Karangahake School is unranked and Otorohanga South School is 131st of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).