Paeroa College vs Tirohia School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 5.4 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paeroa College
Paeroa ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
315 students
Tirohia School
Tirohia ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
32 students
| Measure | Paeroa College Paeroa, Waikato | Tirohia School Tirohia, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 39 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #27 of 58 | โ |
| National rank | #311 of 486 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 9โ13 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 315 | 32 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 507 | 542 |
| Total roll | 315 | 32 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 39.6% | -14% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 78.2% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 51.7% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 46.3% | 68.8% |
| Pacific students | 4.4% | 21.9% |
| International students | 1% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Paeroa | Tirohia |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.paeroacollege.school.nz | www.tirohia.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขPaeroa College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (39.2 vs 14.4).
- โขPaeroa College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (507 vs 542).
- โขPaeroa College does better on roll size (315 vs 32).
- โขPaeroa College does better on roll growth (5 years) (39.6% vs -14%).
- โขPaeroa College is the larger school with 315 students compared with 32.
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 College better than Tirohia School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Paeroa College ranks higher (39.2 vs 14.4 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 College and Tirohia School?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Paeroa and Tirohia in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Paeroa College: 507. Tirohia School: 542. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Paeroa College and Tirohia School rank in Waikato?
Paeroa College is 27th of 58 and Tirohia School is unranked among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).