Ohaupo School vs Waikato Montessori Education Centre
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 9.0 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ohaupo School
Ohaupo Β· State full primary Β· Years 1β8
218 students
Waikato Montessori Education Centre
Hamilton Β· Private full primary Β· Years 1β8
59 students
| Measure | Ohaupo School Ohaupo, Waikato | Waikato Montessori Education Centre Hamilton, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 63 Top 50% | β Not rated |
| Region rank | #44 of 179 | β |
| National rank | #554 of 1,559 | β |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1β8 | Years 1β8 |
| Students | 218 | 59 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 421 | β |
| Total roll | 218 | 59 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -0.9% | 19.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | β | β |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | β | β |
| Leavers with University Entrance | β | β |
| MΔori students | 13.3% | 1.7% |
| Pacific students | 1.8% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ohaupo | Hamilton |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.ohaupo.school.nz | www.goldenbeads.org.nz |
The verdict
- β’Ohaupo School does better on roll size (218 vs 59).
- β’Waikato Montessori Education Centre does better on roll growth (5 years) (19.6% vs -0.9%).
- β’Ohaupo School is the larger school with 218 students compared with 59.
- β’Ohaupo School is a state school while Waikato Montessori Education Centre is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Waikato Montessori Education Centre?
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 Waikato Montessori Education Centre?
About 9.0 km in a straight line, between Ohaupo and Hamilton in Waikato.
How do Ohaupo School and Waikato Montessori Education Centre rank in Waikato?
Ohaupo School is 44th of 179 and Waikato Montessori Education Centre is unranked among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).