Rangitoto School vs Rukuhia School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 55 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rangitoto School
Rangitoto · State full primary · Years 1–8
20 students
Rukuhia School
Ohaupo · State full primary · Years 1–8
103 students
| Measure | Rangitoto School Rangitoto, Waikato | Rukuhia School Ohaupo, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 57 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | #47 of 179 |
| National rank | – | #573 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 20 | 103 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 426 | 426 |
| Total roll | 20 | 103 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 0% | 13% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 40% | 21.4% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 6.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Rangitoto | Ohaupo |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.rangi.school.nz/ | www.rukuhia.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Rukuhia School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (62.5 vs 56.9).
- •Rukuhia School does better on roll size (103 vs 20).
- •Rukuhia School does better on roll growth (5 years) (13% vs 0%).
- •Rukuhia School is the larger school with 103 students compared with 20.
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 Rangitoto School better than Rukuhia School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Rukuhia School ranks higher (62.5 vs 56.9 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 Rangitoto School and Rukuhia School?
About 55 km in a straight line, between Rangitoto and Ohaupo in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Rangitoto School: 426. Rukuhia School: 426. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Rangitoto School and Rukuhia School rank in Waikato?
Rangitoto School is unranked and Rukuhia School is 47th of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).