Mackenzie College vs St Joseph's School (Fairlie)
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 349 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mackenzie College
Fairlie ยท State secondary (year 7-15) ยท Years 7โ13
195 students
St Joseph's School (Fairlie)
Fairlie ยท State integrated full primary ยท Years 1โ8
27 students
| Measure | Mackenzie College Fairlie, Canterbury | St Joseph's School (Fairlie) Fairlie, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 48 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #42 of 57 | โ |
| National rank | #248 of 486 | โ |
| Sector | State | State integrated |
| Type | Secondary (Year 7-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 7โ13 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 195 | 27 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 451 | 427 |
| Total roll | 195 | 27 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 8.2% | -19.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 70.6% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 44.1% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 10.8% | 7.4% |
| Pacific students | 3.1% | 22.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Fairlie | Fairlie |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.mackcollege.school.nz | www.stjofairlie.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขSt Joseph's School (Fairlie) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (56.1 vs 48.1).
- โขSt Joseph's School (Fairlie) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (427 vs 451).
- โขMackenzie College does better on roll size (195 vs 27).
- โขMackenzie College does better on roll growth (5 years) (8.2% vs -19.2%).
- โขMackenzie College is the larger school with 195 students compared with 27.
- โขMackenzie College is a state school while St Joseph's School (Fairlie) is a state integrated school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Mackenzie College better than St Joseph's School (Fairlie)?
On the Success Index (NZ), St Joseph's School (Fairlie) ranks higher (56.1 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 Mackenzie College and St Joseph's School (Fairlie)?
About 349 m in a straight line, between Fairlie and Fairlie in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mackenzie College: 451. St Joseph's School (Fairlie): 427. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mackenzie College and St Joseph's School (Fairlie) rank in Canterbury?
Mackenzie College is 42nd of 57 and St Joseph's School (Fairlie) is unranked among secondary (year 7-15) schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).