Maihiihi School vs Ōtewā School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 8.6 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maihiihi School
Maihiihi · State full primary · Years 1–8
37 students
Ōtewā School
Otorohanga · State full primary · Years 1–8
56 students
| Measure | Maihiihi School Maihiihi, Waikato | Ōtewā School Otorohanga, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 39 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 37 | 56 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 465 | 483 |
| Total roll | 37 | 56 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -25% | -16.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 29.7% | 10.7% |
| Pacific students | 2.7% | 5.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Maihiihi | Otorohanga |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.maihiihi.school.nz | www.otewaschool.com/ |
The verdict
- •Maihiihi School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (39.1 vs 32.5).
- •Maihiihi School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (465 vs 483).
- •Ōtewā School does better on roll size (56 vs 37).
- •Ōtewā School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-16.9% vs -25%).
- •Ōtewā School is the larger school with 56 students compared with 37.
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 Maihiihi School better than Ōtewā School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Maihiihi School ranks higher (39.1 vs 32.5 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 Maihiihi School and Ōtewā School?
About 8.6 km in a straight line, between Maihiihi and Otorohanga in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Maihiihi School: 465. Ōtewā School: 483. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Maihiihi School and Ōtewā School rank in Waikato?
Maihiihi School is unranked and Ōtewā School is unranked among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).