Ngahinapouri School vs Rukuhia School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 9.6 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ngahinapouri School
Ngahinapouri · State full primary · Years 1–8
192 students
Rukuhia School
Ohaupo · State full primary · Years 1–8
103 students
| Measure | Ngahinapouri School Ngahinapouri, Waikato | Rukuhia School Ohaupo, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 65 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #32 of 179 | #47 of 179 |
| National rank | #503 of 1,559 | #573 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 192 | 103 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 415 | 426 |
| Total roll | 192 | 103 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.1% | 13% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 15.1% | 21.4% |
| Pacific students | 4.2% | 6.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ngahinapouri | Ohaupo |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.ngahinapouri.school.nz | www.rukuhia.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Ngahinapouri School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (64.8 vs 62.5).
- •Ngahinapouri School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (415 vs 426).
- •Ngahinapouri School does better on roll size (192 vs 103).
- •Rukuhia School does better on roll growth (5 years) (13% vs -2.1%).
- •Ngahinapouri School is the larger school with 192 students compared with 103.
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 Ngahinapouri School better than Rukuhia School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ngahinapouri School ranks higher (64.8 vs 62.5 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 Ngahinapouri School and Rukuhia School?
About 9.6 km in a straight line, between Ngahinapouri and Ohaupo in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ngahinapouri School: 415. Rukuhia School: 426. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ngahinapouri School and Rukuhia School rank in Waikato?
Ngahinapouri School is 32nd of 179 and Rukuhia School is 47th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).