Taupiri School vs TKKM o Bernard Fergusson
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 5.8 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Taupiri School
Taupiri ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
117 students
TKKM o Bernard Fergusson
Ngaruawahia ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
173 students
| Measure | Taupiri School Taupiri, Waikato | TKKM o Bernard Fergusson Ngaruawahia, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 32 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #145 of 179 | #142 of 179 |
| National rank | #1289 of 1,559 | #1268 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 117 | 173 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 502 | 510 |
| Total roll | 117 | 173 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 56.5% | 8.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 42.7% | 99.4% |
| Pacific students | 8.5% | 3.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Taupiri | Ngaruawahia |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.taupiri.school.nz | www.bernardfergusson.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (31.7 vs 32.4).
- โขTaupiri School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (502 vs 510).
- โขTKKM o Bernard Fergusson does better on roll size (173 vs 117).
- โขTaupiri School does better on roll growth (5 years) (56.5% vs 8.5%).
- โขTKKM o Bernard Fergusson is the larger school with 173 students compared with 117.
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 Taupiri School better than TKKM o Bernard Fergusson?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Taupiri School and TKKM o Bernard Fergusson?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Taupiri and Ngaruawahia in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Taupiri School: 502. TKKM o Bernard Fergusson: 510. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Taupiri School and TKKM o Bernard Fergusson rank in Waikato?
Taupiri School is 145th of 179 and TKKM o Bernard Fergusson is 142nd of 179 among full primary schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).