Kuratau School vs Puriri School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 184 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kuratau School
Kuratau ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
91 students
Puriri School
Thames ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
29 students
| Measure | Kuratau School Kuratau, Waikato | Puriri School Thames, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 36 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #132 of 179 | โ |
| National rank | #1187 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 91 | 29 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 475 | 475 |
| Total roll | 91 | 29 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -15% | -14.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 53.8% | 31% |
| Pacific students | 4.4% | 3.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Kuratau | Thames |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.kuratau.school.nz | puririschool.com |
The verdict
- โขKuratau School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (36.1 vs 34.3).
- โขKuratau School does better on roll size (91 vs 29).
- โขPuriri School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-14.8% vs -15%).
- โขKuratau School is the larger school with 91 students compared with 29.
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 Kuratau School better than Puriri School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Kuratau School ranks higher (36.1 vs 34.3 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 Kuratau School and Puriri School?
About 184 km in a straight line, between Kuratau and Thames in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kuratau School: 475. Puriri School: 475. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kuratau School and Puriri School rank in Waikato?
Kuratau School is 132nd of 179 and Puriri School is unranked among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).