Rotokauri School vs Tauwhare School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 22 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rotokauri School
Hamilton · State full primary · Years 1–8
249 students
Tauwhare School
Hamilton · State contributing · Years 1–6
119 students
| Measure | Rotokauri School Hamilton, Waikato | Tauwhare School Hamilton, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 72 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #21 of 179 | #51 of 179 |
| National rank | #353 of 1,559 | #618 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 249 | 119 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 423 | 423 |
| Total roll | 249 | 119 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 16.2% | -16.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 20.5% | 16.8% |
| Pacific students | 7.6% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Hamilton | Hamilton |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.rotokauri.school.nz | www.tauwhare.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Rotokauri School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (71.5 vs 60.5).
- •Rotokauri School does better on roll size (249 vs 119).
- •Rotokauri School does better on roll growth (5 years) (16.2% vs -16.7%).
- •Rotokauri School is the larger school with 249 students compared with 119.
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 Rotokauri School better than Tauwhare School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Rotokauri School ranks higher (71.5 vs 60.5 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 Rotokauri School and Tauwhare School?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Hamilton and Hamilton in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Rotokauri School: 423. Tauwhare School: 423. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Rotokauri School and Tauwhare School rank in Waikato?
Rotokauri School is 21st of 179 and Tauwhare School is 51st of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).