Matatoki School vs Ōpoutere School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 23 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Matatoki School
Matatoki · State full primary · Years 1–8
86 students
Ōpoutere School
Whangamata · State full primary · Years 1–8
117 students
| Measure | Matatoki School Matatoki, Waikato | Ōpoutere School Whangamata, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 43 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #111 of 179 | #89 of 179 |
| National rank | #1040 of 1,559 | #920 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 86 | 117 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 459 | 459 |
| Total roll | 86 | 117 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -5.7% | 10.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 26.7% | 41% |
| Pacific students | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Matatoki | Whangamata |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.matatoki.school.nz/ | – |
The verdict
- •Ōpoutere School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (48.1 vs 43.2).
- •Ōpoutere School does better on roll size (117 vs 86).
- •Ōpoutere School does better on roll growth (5 years) (10.5% vs -5.7%).
- •Ōpoutere School is the larger school with 117 students compared with 86.
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 Matatoki School better than Ōpoutere School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ōpoutere School ranks higher (48.1 vs 43.2 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 Matatoki School and Ōpoutere School?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Matatoki and Whangamata in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Matatoki School: 459. Ōpoutere School: 459. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Matatoki School and Ōpoutere School rank in Waikato?
Matatoki School is 111th of 179 and Ōpoutere School is 89th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).