Ngakuru School vs Waikite Valley School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 6.0 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ngakuru School
Ngakuru ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
56 students
Waikite Valley School
Waikite Valley ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
86 students
| Measure | Ngakuru School Ngakuru, Waikato | Waikite Valley School Waikite Valley, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 44 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #74 of 179 |
| National rank | โ | #817 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 56 | 86 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 461 | 445 |
| Total roll | 56 | 86 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 11.7% | 4.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 33.9% | 23.3% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ngakuru | Waikite Valley |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.ngakuru.school.nz | waikitevalley.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขWaikite Valley School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (52.5 vs 43.8).
- โขWaikite Valley School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (445 vs 461).
- โขWaikite Valley School does better on roll size (86 vs 56).
- โขNgakuru School does better on roll growth (5 years) (11.7% vs 4.4%).
- โขWaikite Valley School is the larger school with 86 students compared with 56.
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 Ngakuru School better than Waikite Valley School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Waikite Valley School ranks higher (52.5 vs 43.8 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 Ngakuru School and Waikite Valley School?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between Ngakuru and Waikite Valley in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ngakuru School: 461. Waikite Valley School: 445. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ngakuru School and Waikite Valley School rank in Waikato?
Ngakuru School is unranked and Waikite Valley School is 74th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).