Kio Kio School vs Korakonui School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 12 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kio Kio School
Kio Kio · State full primary · Years 1–8
158 students
Korakonui School
Korakonui · State full primary · Years 1–8
169 students
| Measure | Kio Kio School Kio Kio, Waikato | Korakonui School Korakonui, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 48 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #88 of 179 | #105 of 179 |
| National rank | #918 of 1,559 | #1019 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 158 | 169 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 464 | 461 |
| Total roll | 158 | 169 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 23.7% | -8.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 25.9% | 16% |
| Pacific students | 2.5% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Kio Kio | Korakonui |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.kiokio.school.nz | www.korakonui.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Kio Kio School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (48.2 vs 44.0).
- •Korakonui School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (461 vs 464).
- •Korakonui School does better on roll size (169 vs 158).
- •Kio Kio School does better on roll growth (5 years) (23.7% vs -8.3%).
- •Korakonui School is the larger school with 169 students compared with 158.
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 Kio Kio School better than Korakonui School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Kio Kio School ranks higher (48.2 vs 44.0 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 Kio Kio School and Korakonui School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Kio Kio and Korakonui in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kio Kio School: 464. Korakonui School: 461. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kio Kio School and Korakonui School rank in Waikato?
Kio Kio School is 88th of 179 and Korakonui School is 105th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).