Chisnallwood Intermediate vs Te Oraka
A head-to-head comparison of two intermediate schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 2.2 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chisnallwood Intermediate
Avondale · State intermediate · Years 7–8
411 students
Te Oraka
Shirley · State intermediate · Years 7–8
194 students
| Measure | Chisnallwood Intermediate Avondale, Canterbury | Te Oraka Shirley, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 38 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #165 of 187 | #172 of 187 |
| National rank | #1144 of 1,559 | #1207 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 7–8 |
| Students | 411 | 194 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 482 | 505 |
| Total roll | 411 | 194 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -42.4% | 42.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 28.7% | 33% |
| Pacific students | 14.1% | 9.8% |
| International students | 1% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Avondale | Shirley |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.chisnallwood.school.nz | www.sis.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Chisnallwood Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (38.1 vs 35.0).
- •Chisnallwood Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (482 vs 505).
- •Chisnallwood Intermediate does better on roll size (411 vs 194).
- •Te Oraka does better on roll growth (5 years) (42.8% vs -42.4%).
- •Chisnallwood Intermediate is the larger school with 411 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 Chisnallwood Intermediate better than Te Oraka?
On the Success Index (NZ), Chisnallwood Intermediate ranks higher (38.1 vs 35.0 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 Chisnallwood Intermediate and Te Oraka?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Avondale and Shirley in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Chisnallwood Intermediate: 482. Te Oraka: 505. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Chisnallwood Intermediate and Te Oraka rank in Canterbury?
Chisnallwood Intermediate is 165th of 187 and Te Oraka is 172nd of 187 among intermediate schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).