St Andrews Middle School vs Thames South School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 73 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Andrews Middle School
Te Rapa · State restricted composite (year 7-10) · Years 7–10
137 students
Thames South School
Thames · State full primary · Years 1–8
64 students
| Measure | St Andrews Middle School Te Rapa, Waikato | Thames South School Thames, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 22 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #166 of 179 | #177 of 179 |
| National rank | #1472 of 1,559 | #1545 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Restricted Composite (Year 7-10) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7–10 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 137 | 64 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 541 | 541 |
| Total roll | 137 | 64 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 21.9% | -21.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 65% | 70.3% |
| Pacific students | 13.1% | 9.4% |
| International students | 0% | 4.7% |
| suburb or town | Te Rapa | Thames |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.standrewsmiddle.school.nz/ | www.thamessouth.school.nz |
The verdict
- •St Andrews Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (22.4 vs 15.8).
- •St Andrews Middle School does better on roll size (137 vs 64).
- •St Andrews Middle School does better on roll growth (5 years) (21.9% vs -21.7%).
- •St Andrews Middle School is the larger school with 137 students compared with 64.
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 St Andrews Middle School better than Thames South School?
On the Success Index (NZ), St Andrews Middle School ranks higher (22.4 vs 15.8 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 St Andrews Middle School and Thames South School?
About 73 km in a straight line, between Te Rapa and Thames in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
St Andrews Middle School: 541. Thames South School: 541. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do St Andrews Middle School and Thames South School rank in Waikato?
St Andrews Middle School is 166th of 179 and Thames South School is 177th of 179 among restricted composite (year 7-10) schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).