Otaua School vs Taupo School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 193 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Otaua School
Waiuku · State full primary · Years 1–8
230 students
Taupo School
Taupo · State contributing · Years 1–6
459 students
| Measure | Otaua School Waiuku, Waikato | Taupo School Taupo, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 58 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #57 of 179 | #43 of 179 |
| National rank | #684 of 1,559 | #548 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 230 | 459 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 450 | 450 |
| Total roll | 230 | 459 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 12.2% | 42.7% |
| Pacific students | 5.7% | 6.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waiuku | Taupo |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.otaua.school.nz | www.taupoprimary.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Taupo School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (63.2 vs 57.5).
- •Taupo School does better on roll size (459 vs 230).
- •Otaua School does better on roll growth (5 years) (16.9% vs 3.9%).
- •Taupo School is the larger school with 459 students compared with 230.
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 Otaua School better than Taupo School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Taupo School ranks higher (63.2 vs 57.5 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 Otaua School and Taupo School?
About 193 km in a straight line, between Waiuku and Taupo in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Otaua School: 450. Taupo School: 450. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Otaua School and Taupo School rank in Waikato?
Otaua School is 57th of 179 and Taupo School is 43rd of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).