Paeroa Central School vs Paeroa College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 770 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paeroa Central School
Paeroa ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
77 students
Paeroa College
Paeroa ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
315 students
| Measure | Paeroa Central School Paeroa, Waikato | Paeroa College Paeroa, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 15 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #178 of 179 | #27 of 58 |
| National rank | #1548 of 1,559 | #311 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 9โ13 |
| Students | 77 | 315 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 545 | 507 |
| Total roll | 77 | 315 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -7% | 39.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 78.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 51.7% |
| Mฤori students | 90.9% | 46.3% |
| Pacific students | 22.1% | 4.4% |
| International students | 0% | 1% |
| suburb or town | Paeroa | Paeroa |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | โ | www.paeroacollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขPaeroa College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (39.2 vs 15.1).
- โขPaeroa College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (507 vs 545).
- โขPaeroa College does better on roll size (315 vs 77).
- โขPaeroa College does better on roll growth (5 years) (39.6% vs -7%).
- โขPaeroa College is the larger school with 315 students compared with 77.
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 Paeroa Central School better than Paeroa College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Paeroa College ranks higher (39.2 vs 15.1 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 Paeroa Central School and Paeroa College?
About 770 m in a straight line, between Paeroa and Paeroa in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Paeroa Central School: 545. Paeroa College: 507. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Paeroa Central School and Paeroa College rank in Waikato?
Paeroa Central School is 178th of 179 and Paeroa College is 27th of 58 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).