Overview
Whatawhata School is a state full primary school in Whatawhata, Waikato. It is a co-educational school. The school has 260 students on the roll. Its Equity Index (EQI) is 446 (average equity need). The school has an enrolment scheme (zone). It is located in the Waikato District territorial authority.
Source: Ministry of Education (2026)
Key Facts
AuthorityState
School TypeFull Primary
Co-Ed StatusCo-Educational
Enrolment SchemeYes (Zoned)
Territorial AuthorityWaikato District
RegionWaikato
Urban/RuralRural settlement
Postcode3289
MoE School ID2087
Student Demographics
Total Roll260
European/Pakeha73.5%
Maori34.2%
Pacific10%
Asian2.7%
Ethnicity Distribution
Source: Ministry of Education (2026)
Equity Index (EQI)
The Equity Index replaced the decile system in 2023. It measures the socio-economic context of a school's student community. A higher EQI indicates greater equity need (more disadvantaged). The national average is approximately 463.
School EQI446
National Avg463
Contextaverage equity need
Source: Ministry of Education EQI (2026)