Pukeatua School vs Wharepapa South School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 8.9 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pukeatua School
Pukeatua ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
100 students
Wharepapa South School
Te Awamutu ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
28 students
| Measure | Pukeatua School Pukeatua, Waikato | Wharepapa South School Te Awamutu, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 41 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #119 of 179 | โ |
| National rank | #1085 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 100 | 28 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 464 | 496 |
| Total roll | 100 | 28 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -21.3% | 6.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 15% | 3.6% |
| Pacific students | 3% | 3.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Pukeatua | Te Awamutu |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.pukeatuaschool.co.nz | www.wharepapa.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขPukeatua School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (41.1 vs 28.6).
- โขPukeatua School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (464 vs 496).
- โขPukeatua School does better on roll size (100 vs 28).
- โขWharepapa South School does better on roll growth (5 years) (6.3% vs -21.3%).
- โขPukeatua School is the larger school with 100 students compared with 28.
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 Pukeatua School better than Wharepapa South School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Pukeatua School ranks higher (41.1 vs 28.6 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 Pukeatua School and Wharepapa South School?
About 8.9 km in a straight line, between Pukeatua and Te Awamutu in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Pukeatua School: 464. Wharepapa South School: 496. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Pukeatua School and Wharepapa South School rank in Waikato?
Pukeatua School is 119th of 179 and Wharepapa South School is unranked among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).