Lake Taupo Christian School vs Taupo Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 419 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lake Taupo Christian School
Taupo · State integrated composite · Years 1–13
145 students
Taupo Intermediate
Hilltop · State intermediate · Years 7–8
504 students
| Measure | Lake Taupo Christian School Taupo, Waikato | Taupo Intermediate Hilltop, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 52 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #18 of 58 | #110 of 179 |
| National rank | #221 of 486 | #1038 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State integrated | State |
| Type | Composite | Intermediate |
| Year range | Years 1–13 | Years 7–8 |
| Students | 145 | 504 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 464 | 472 |
| Total roll | 145 | 504 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 20.6% | -17.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 15.2% | 36.7% |
| Pacific students | 10.3% | 4.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Taupo | Hilltop |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.ltcs.school.nz | www.taupointermediate.co.nz |
The verdict
- •Lake Taupo Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (52.1 vs 43.3).
- •Lake Taupo Christian School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (464 vs 472).
- •Taupo Intermediate does better on roll size (504 vs 145).
- •Lake Taupo Christian School does better on roll growth (5 years) (20.6% vs -17.6%).
- •Taupo Intermediate is the larger school with 504 students compared with 145.
- •Lake Taupo Christian School is a state integrated school while Taupo Intermediate is a state school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Lake Taupo Christian School better than Taupo Intermediate?
On the Success Index (NZ), Lake Taupo Christian School ranks higher (52.1 vs 43.3 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 Lake Taupo Christian School and Taupo Intermediate?
About 419 m in a straight line, between Taupo and Hilltop in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Lake Taupo Christian School: 464. Taupo Intermediate: 472. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Lake Taupo Christian School and Taupo Intermediate rank in Waikato?
Lake Taupo Christian School is 18th of 58 and Taupo Intermediate is 110th of 179 among composite schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).