Mairehau Primary School vs St Francis of Assisi Catholic School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 203 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mairehau Primary School
Christchurch ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
386 students
St Francis of Assisi Catholic School
Mairehau ยท State integrated full primary ยท Years 1โ8
476 students
| Measure | Mairehau Primary School Christchurch, Canterbury | St Francis of Assisi Catholic School Mairehau, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 44 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #156 of 187 | #18 of 187 |
| National rank | #1013 of 1,559 | #99 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State integrated |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 386 | 476 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 466 | 408 |
| Total roll | 386 | 476 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.4% | 27.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 29% | 9.9% |
| Pacific students | 10.4% | 7.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Christchurch | Mairehau |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.mps.school.nz | www.stfrancischch.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขSt Francis of Assisi Catholic School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (81.9 vs 44.3).
- โขSt Francis of Assisi Catholic School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (408 vs 466).
- โขSt Francis of Assisi Catholic School does better on roll size (476 vs 386).
- โขSt Francis of Assisi Catholic School does better on roll growth (5 years) (27.4% vs -20.4%).
- โขSt Francis of Assisi Catholic School is the larger school with 476 students compared with 386.
- โขMairehau Primary School is a state school while St Francis of Assisi Catholic School 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mairehau Primary School better than St Francis of Assisi Catholic School?
On the Success Index (NZ), St Francis of Assisi Catholic School ranks higher (81.9 vs 44.3 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 Mairehau Primary School and St Francis of Assisi Catholic School?
About 203 m in a straight line, between Christchurch and Mairehau in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mairehau Primary School: 466. St Francis of Assisi Catholic School: 408. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mairehau Primary School and St Francis of Assisi Catholic School rank in Canterbury?
Mairehau Primary School is 156th of 187 and St Francis of Assisi Catholic School is 18th of 187 among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).