Taupo-nui-a-Tia College vs TKKM o Whakarewa I Te Reo Ki Tuwharetoa
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 397 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Taupo-nui-a-Tia College
Taupo ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
1,186 students
TKKM o Whakarewa I Te Reo Ki Tuwharetoa
Taupo ยท State composite ยท Years 1โ13
194 students
| Measure | Taupo-nui-a-Tia College Taupo, Waikato | TKKM o Whakarewa I Te Reo Ki Tuwharetoa Taupo, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 55 Top 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #15 of 58 | #45 of 58 |
| National rank | #199 of 486 | #402 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Composite |
| Year range | Years 9โ13 | Years 1โ13 |
| Students | 1,186 | 194 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 463 | 516 |
| Total roll | 1,186 | 194 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 15.2% | -18.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 76.4% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 51.3% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 31.7% | 97.4% |
| Pacific students | 4.2% | 5.2% |
| International students | 2.4% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Taupo | Taupo |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.taupocollege.ac.nz | โ |
The verdict
- โขTaupo-nui-a-Tia College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (55.0 vs 25.9).
- โขTaupo-nui-a-Tia College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (463 vs 516).
- โขTaupo-nui-a-Tia College does better on roll size (1,186 vs 194).
- โขTaupo-nui-a-Tia College does better on roll growth (5 years) (15.2% vs -18.8%).
- โขTaupo-nui-a-Tia College is the larger school with 1,186 students compared with 194.
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 Taupo-nui-a-Tia College better than TKKM o Whakarewa I Te Reo Ki Tuwharetoa?
On the Success Index (NZ), Taupo-nui-a-Tia College ranks higher (55.0 vs 25.9 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 Taupo-nui-a-Tia College and TKKM o Whakarewa I Te Reo Ki Tuwharetoa?
About 397 m in a straight line, between Taupo and Taupo in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Taupo-nui-a-Tia College: 463. TKKM o Whakarewa I Te Reo Ki Tuwharetoa: 516. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Taupo-nui-a-Tia College and TKKM o Whakarewa I Te Reo Ki Tuwharetoa rank in Waikato?
Taupo-nui-a-Tia College is 15th of 58 and TKKM o Whakarewa I Te Reo Ki Tuwharetoa is 45th of 58 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).