Hinds School vs Omarama School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 139 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hinds School
Hinds · State full primary · Years 1–8
179 students
Omarama School
Omarama · State full primary · Years 1–8
28 students
| Measure | Hinds School Hinds, Canterbury | Omarama School Omarama, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 63 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #80 of 187 | – |
| National rank | #544 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 179 | 28 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 434 | 434 |
| Total roll | 179 | 28 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 22.6% | -35.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 17.3% | 0% |
| Pacific students | 2.2% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Hinds | Omarama |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.hinds.school.nz | www.omarama.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Hinds School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (63.3 vs 53.0).
- •Hinds School does better on roll size (179 vs 28).
- •Hinds School does better on roll growth (5 years) (22.6% vs -35.3%).
- •Hinds School is the larger school with 179 students compared with 28.
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 Hinds School better than Omarama School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Hinds School ranks higher (63.3 vs 53.0 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 Hinds School and Omarama School?
About 139 km in a straight line, between Hinds and Omarama in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Hinds School: 434. Omarama School: 434. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Hinds School and Omarama School rank in Canterbury?
Hinds School is 80th of 187 and Omarama School is unranked among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).