Meremere School vs Tapu School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 53 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meremere School
Meremere ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
12 students
Tapu School
Tapu ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
6 students
| Measure | Meremere School Meremere, Waikato | Tapu School Tapu, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 19 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | โ | โ |
| National rank | โ | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 12 | 6 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 522 | 521 |
| Total roll | 12 | 6 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -67.7% | 0% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 50% | 66.7% |
| Pacific students | 16.7% | 16.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Meremere | Tapu |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | โ | www.tapu.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขTapu School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (19.9 vs 18.6).
- โขTapu School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (521 vs 522).
- โขMeremere School does better on roll size (12 vs 6).
- โขTapu School does better on roll growth (5 years) (0% vs -67.7%).
- โขMeremere School is the larger school with 12 students compared with 6.
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 Meremere School better than Tapu School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Tapu School ranks higher (19.9 vs 18.6 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 Meremere School and Tapu School?
About 53 km in a straight line, between Meremere and Tapu in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Meremere School: 522. Tapu School: 521. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Meremere School and Tapu School rank in Waikato?
Meremere School is unranked and Tapu School is unranked among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).