Marian Catholic School (Hamilton) vs Patricia Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 779 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marian Catholic School (Hamilton)
Hamilton East ยท State integrated full primary ยท Years 1โ8
625 students
Patricia Avenue School
Hamilton East ยท State special school
210 students
| Measure | Marian Catholic School (Hamilton) Hamilton East, Waikato | Patricia Avenue School Hamilton East, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 77 Top 25% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #15 of 179 | โ |
| National rank | #243 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State integrated | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Special School |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | โ |
| Students | 625 | 210 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 393 | 500 |
| Total roll | 625 | 210 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -1.7% | 1.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 7.2% | 43.8% |
| Pacific students | 5.9% | 11.9% |
| International students | 1.3% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Hamilton East | Hamilton East |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.marian.school.nz | www.patave.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขMarian Catholic School (Hamilton) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (393 vs 500).
- โขMarian Catholic School (Hamilton) does better on roll size (625 vs 210).
- โขPatricia Avenue School does better on roll growth (5 years) (1.5% vs -1.7%).
- โขMarian Catholic School (Hamilton) is the larger school with 625 students compared with 210.
- โขMarian Catholic School (Hamilton) is a state integrated school while Patricia Avenue School 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 Marian Catholic School (Hamilton) better than Patricia Avenue School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Marian Catholic School (Hamilton) and Patricia Avenue School?
About 779 m in a straight line, between Hamilton East and Hamilton East in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Marian Catholic School (Hamilton): 393. Patricia Avenue School: 500. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Marian Catholic School (Hamilton) and Patricia Avenue School rank in Waikato?
Marian Catholic School (Hamilton) is 15th of 179 and Patricia Avenue School is unranked among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).