Marotiri School vs Whakamaru School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 13 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marotiri School
Marotiri · State full primary · Years 1–8
175 students
Whakamaru School
Whakamaru · State full primary · Years 1–8
79 students
| Measure | Marotiri School Marotiri, Waikato | Whakamaru School Whakamaru, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 54 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #70 of 179 | #149 of 179 |
| National rank | #786 of 1,559 | #1344 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 175 | 79 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 453 | 494 |
| Total roll | 175 | 79 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 12.1% | -6.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 22.3% | 49.4% |
| Pacific students | 1.7% | 7.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Marotiri | Whakamaru |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.marotiri.school.nz | www.whakamaru.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Marotiri School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (53.6 vs 29.2).
- •Marotiri School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (453 vs 494).
- •Marotiri School does better on roll size (175 vs 79).
- •Marotiri School does better on roll growth (5 years) (12.1% vs -6.2%).
- •Marotiri School is the larger school with 175 students compared with 79.
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 Marotiri School better than Whakamaru School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Marotiri School ranks higher (53.6 vs 29.2 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 Marotiri School and Whakamaru School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Marotiri and Whakamaru in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Marotiri School: 453. Whakamaru School: 494. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Marotiri School and Whakamaru School rank in Waikato?
Marotiri School is 70th of 179 and Whakamaru School is 149th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).