Mountview School vs Taupo-nui-a-Tia College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 1.2 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mountview School
Taupo ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
329 students
Taupo-nui-a-Tia College
Taupo ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
1,186 students
| Measure | Mountview School Taupo, Waikato | Taupo-nui-a-Tia College Taupo, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 37 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #130 of 179 | #15 of 58 |
| National rank | #1166 of 1,559 | #199 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 9โ13 |
| Students | 329 | 1,186 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 516 | 463 |
| Total roll | 329 | 1,186 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 17.2% | 15.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 76.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 51.3% |
| Mฤori students | 68.1% | 31.7% |
| Pacific students | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| International students | 0% | 2.4% |
| suburb or town | Taupo | Taupo |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.mountview.school.nz | www.taupocollege.ac.nz |
The verdict
- โขTaupo-nui-a-Tia College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (55.0 vs 37.1).
- โขTaupo-nui-a-Tia College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (463 vs 516).
- โขTaupo-nui-a-Tia College does better on roll size (1,186 vs 329).
- โขMountview School does better on roll growth (5 years) (17.2% vs 15.2%).
- โขTaupo-nui-a-Tia College is the larger school with 1,186 students compared with 329.
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 Mountview School better than Taupo-nui-a-Tia College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Taupo-nui-a-Tia College ranks higher (55.0 vs 37.1 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 Mountview School and Taupo-nui-a-Tia College?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Taupo and Taupo in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mountview School: 516. Taupo-nui-a-Tia College: 463. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mountview School and Taupo-nui-a-Tia College rank in Waikato?
Mountview School is 130th of 179 and Taupo-nui-a-Tia College is 15th of 58 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).