Waihi Central School vs Waikino School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 6.4 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Waihi Central School
Waihi ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
119 students
Waikino School
Waikino ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
85 students
| Measure | Waihi Central School Waihi, Waikato | Waikino School Waikino, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 19 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #174 of 179 | #103 of 179 |
| National rank | #1525 of 1,559 | #1005 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 119 | 85 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 534 | 462 |
| Total roll | 119 | 85 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -15.7% | 26.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 47.1% | 21.2% |
| Pacific students | 6.7% | 1.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Waihi | Waikino |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.waihicentral.school.nz | www.waikino.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- โขWaikino School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (44.9 vs 18.6).
- โขWaikino School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (462 vs 534).
- โขWaihi Central School does better on roll size (119 vs 85).
- โขWaikino School does better on roll growth (5 years) (26.7% vs -15.7%).
- โขWaihi Central School is the larger school with 119 students compared with 85.
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 Waihi Central School better than Waikino School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Waikino School ranks higher (44.9 vs 18.6 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 Waihi Central School and Waikino School?
About 6.4 km in a straight line, between Waihi and Waikino in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Waihi Central School: 534. Waikino School: 462. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Waihi Central School and Waikino School rank in Waikato?
Waihi Central School is 174th of 179 and Waikino School is 103rd of 179 among contributing schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).