Schools in Mosgiel, Otago (2026)
5 schools · 2,043 students · 3 state, 1 state integrated, 1 private · median Equity Index (EQI) 460.
Mosgiel, in Otago, has 5 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 2,043 students. By level there are 2 contributing, 1 full primary, 1 secondary (year 7-15), 1 composite; by sector 3 state, 1 state integrated, 1 private.
The median Equity Index (EQI) across Mosgiel's schools is 460, above the Otago median of 441. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
4 of the 5 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is St Mary's School (Mosgiel) (71.3, top 25% of full primary schools nationally), followed by Taieri College (58.7, top 50% of secondary (year 7-15) schools nationally), and Silverstream (South) Primary School (49.7, top 50% of contributing schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Taieri College (1,202 students), Silverstream (South) Primary School (337 students), Elmgrove School (309 students).
Ranked schools in Mosgiel
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Otago.
- 171St Mary's School (Mosgiel)Mosgiel · State integrated Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 408 · 134 students
- 259Taieri CollegeMosgiel · State Secondary (Year 7-15)Equity Index (EQI) 459 · 1,202 students
- 350Silverstream (South) Primary SchoolMosgiel · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 477 · 337 students
- 446Elmgrove SchoolMosgiel · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 460 · 309 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Mary's School (Mosgiel) Mosgiel · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 71.3 Top 25% | 408 | 134 |
| 2 | Taieri College Mosgiel · Secondary (Year 7-15) · Years 7–13 | State | 58.7 Top 50% | 459 | 1,202 |
| 3 | Silverstream (South) Primary School Mosgiel · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 49.7 Top 50% | 477 | 337 |
| 4 | Elmgrove School Mosgiel · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 45.6 Lower 50% | 460 | 309 |
Other schools in Mosgiel
Schools without a rank: fewer than 60 students, no published Equity Index (EQI), or a school type that is not scored.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Mosgiel?
St Mary's School (Mosgiel) is the highest-ranked school in Mosgiel with a Success Index (NZ) of 71.3 out of 100 (Top 25% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Mosgiel?
Mosgiel has 5 schools (1 full primary, 1 secondary (year 7-15), 2 contributing, 1 composite) educating 2,043 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Mosgiel?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Mosgiel is 460. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.