Ohaupo School vs Rukuhia School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 5.9 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ohaupo School
Ohaupo · State full primary · Years 1–8
218 students
Rukuhia School
Ohaupo · State full primary · Years 1–8
103 students
| Measure | Ohaupo School Ohaupo, Waikato | Rukuhia School Ohaupo, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 63 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #44 of 179 | #47 of 179 |
| National rank | #554 of 1,559 | #573 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 218 | 103 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 421 | 426 |
| Total roll | 218 | 103 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -0.9% | 13% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 13.3% | 21.4% |
| Pacific students | 1.8% | 6.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ohaupo | Ohaupo |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.ohaupo.school.nz | www.rukuhia.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (63.0 vs 62.5).
- •Ohaupo School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (421 vs 426).
- •Ohaupo School does better on roll size (218 vs 103).
- •Rukuhia School does better on roll growth (5 years) (13% vs -0.9%).
- •Ohaupo School is the larger school with 218 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 Ohaupo School better than Rukuhia School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ohaupo School and Rukuhia School?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Ohaupo and Ohaupo in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ohaupo School: 421. Rukuhia School: 426. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ohaupo School and Rukuhia School rank in Waikato?
Ohaupo School is 44th of 179 and Rukuhia School is 47th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).