Ilam School vs Medbury Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 911 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ilam School
Ilam · State contributing · Years 1–6
411 students
Medbury Preparatory School
Fendalton · Private full primary · Years 1–8
381 students
| Measure | Ilam School Ilam, Canterbury | Medbury Preparatory School Fendalton, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 74 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #37 of 187 | – |
| National rank | #292 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 411 | 381 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 394 | – |
| Total roll | 411 | 381 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -9.6% | -2.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 5.4% | 7.3% |
| Pacific students | 4.9% | 0.5% |
| International students | 3.2% | 2.1% |
| suburb or town | Ilam | Fendalton |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.ilam.school.nz | www.medbury.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Ilam School does better on roll size (411 vs 381).
- •Medbury Preparatory School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.7% vs -9.6%).
- •Ilam School is the larger school with 411 students compared with 381.
- •Ilam School is a state school while Medbury Preparatory School is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Ilam School is co-educational and Medbury Preparatory School is boys.
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 Ilam School better than Medbury Preparatory School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ilam School and Medbury Preparatory School?
About 911 m in a straight line, between Ilam and Fendalton in Canterbury.
How do Ilam School and Medbury Preparatory School rank in Canterbury?
Ilam School is 37th of 187 and Medbury Preparatory School is unranked among contributing schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).