Fairlie School vs Tuia Burnside Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 155 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairlie School
Fairlie · State contributing · Years 1–6
142 students
Tuia Burnside Primary School
Ilam · State contributing · Years 1–6
326 students
| Measure | Fairlie School Fairlie, Canterbury | Tuia Burnside Primary School Ilam, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 60 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #97 of 187 | #113 of 187 |
| National rank | #625 of 1,559 | #700 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 142 | 326 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 437 | 437 |
| Total roll | 142 | 326 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 15.6% | -0.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 13.4% | 21.2% |
| Pacific students | 1.4% | 10.7% |
| International students | 0% | 2.5% |
| suburb or town | Fairlie | Ilam |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.fairlie.school.nz | www.burnsideprimary.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Fairlie School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (60.1 vs 56.8).
- •Tuia Burnside Primary School does better on roll size (326 vs 142).
- •Fairlie School does better on roll growth (5 years) (15.6% vs -0.9%).
- •Tuia Burnside Primary School is the larger school with 326 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 Tuia Burnside Primary School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Fairlie School ranks higher (60.1 vs 56.8 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 Tuia Burnside Primary School?
About 155 km in a straight line, between Fairlie and Ilam in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Fairlie School: 437. Tuia Burnside Primary School: 437. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Fairlie School and Tuia Burnside Primary School rank in Canterbury?
Fairlie School is 97th of 187 and Tuia Burnside Primary School is 113th of 187 among contributing schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).