Matatoki School vs Pārāwai School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 6.8 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
Pārāwai School
Parawai · State full primary · Years 1–8
246 students
| Measure | Matatoki School Matatoki, Waikato | Pārāwai School Parawai, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 43 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #111 of 179 | #118 of 179 |
| National rank | #1040 of 1,559 | #1079 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 86 | 246 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 459 | 468 |
| Total roll | 86 | 246 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -5.7% | -8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 26.7% | 30.5% |
| Pacific students | 1.2% | 4.9% |
| International students | 0% | 1.6% |
| suburb or town | Matatoki | Parawai |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.matatoki.school.nz/ | www.parawai.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Matatoki School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (43.2 vs 41.4).
- •Matatoki School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (459 vs 468).
- •Pārāwai School does better on roll size (246 vs 86).
- •Matatoki School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-5.7% vs -8%).
- •Pārāwai School is the larger school with 246 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 Pārāwai School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Matatoki School ranks higher (43.2 vs 41.4 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 Pārāwai School?
About 6.8 km in a straight line, between Matatoki and Parawai in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Matatoki School: 459. Pārāwai School: 468. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Matatoki School and Pārāwai School rank in Waikato?
Matatoki School is 111th of 179 and Pārāwai School is 118th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).