Fairlie School vs Mackenzie College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 130 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairlie School
Fairlie ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
142 students
Mackenzie College
Fairlie ยท State secondary (year 7-15) ยท Years 7โ13
195 students
| Measure | Fairlie School Fairlie, Canterbury | Mackenzie College Fairlie, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 60 Top 50% | 48 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #97 of 187 | #42 of 57 |
| National rank | #625 of 1,559 | #248 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 7โ13 |
| Students | 142 | 195 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 437 | 451 |
| Total roll | 142 | 195 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 15.6% | 8.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 70.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 44.1% |
| Mฤori students | 13.4% | 10.8% |
| Pacific students | 1.4% | 3.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Fairlie | Fairlie |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.fairlie.school.nz | www.mackcollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขFairlie School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (60.1 vs 48.1).
- โขFairlie School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (437 vs 451).
- โขMackenzie College does better on roll size (195 vs 142).
- โขFairlie School does better on roll growth (5 years) (15.6% vs 8.2%).
- โขMackenzie College is the larger school with 195 students compared with 142.
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 Fairlie School better than Mackenzie College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Fairlie School ranks higher (60.1 vs 48.1 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 Fairlie School and Mackenzie College?
About 130 m in a straight line, between Fairlie and Fairlie in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Fairlie School: 437. Mackenzie College: 451. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Fairlie School and Mackenzie College rank in Canterbury?
Fairlie School is 97th of 187 and Mackenzie College is 42nd of 57 among contributing schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).