Kuratau School vs Te Kauwhata Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 171 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
Te Kauwhata Primary School
Te Kauwhata ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
416 students
| Measure | Kuratau School Kuratau, Waikato | Te Kauwhata Primary School Te Kauwhata, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 36 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #132 of 179 | #75 of 179 |
| National rank | #1187 of 1,559 | #831 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 91 | 416 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 475 | 475 |
| Total roll | 91 | 416 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -15% | 30.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 53.8% | 46.2% |
| Pacific students | 4.4% | 16.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Kuratau | Te Kauwhata |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.kuratau.school.nz | www.tkp.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขTe Kauwhata Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (51.9 vs 36.1).
- โขTe Kauwhata Primary School does better on roll size (416 vs 91).
- โขTe Kauwhata Primary School does better on roll growth (5 years) (30.2% vs -15%).
- โขTe Kauwhata Primary School is the larger school with 416 students compared with 91.
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 Te Kauwhata Primary School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Te Kauwhata Primary School ranks higher (51.9 vs 36.1 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 Kuratau School and Te Kauwhata Primary School?
About 171 km in a straight line, between Kuratau and Te Kauwhata in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Kuratau School: 475. Te Kauwhata Primary School: 475. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Kuratau School and Te Kauwhata Primary School rank in Waikato?
Kuratau School is 132nd of 179 and Te Kauwhata Primary School is 75th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).