Mairehau Primary School vs Te Hiwa Shirley Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 1.4 km 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
Te Hiwa Shirley Primary School
Shirley ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
379 students
| Measure | Mairehau Primary School Christchurch, Canterbury | Te Hiwa Shirley Primary School Shirley, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 44 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #156 of 187 | #153 of 187 |
| National rank | #1013 of 1,559 | #1007 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 386 | 379 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 466 | 494 |
| Total roll | 386 | 379 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.4% | 9.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 29% | 28.5% |
| Pacific students | 10.4% | 18.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Christchurch | Shirley |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.mps.school.nz | www.shirleyprimary.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (44.3 vs 44.7).
- โขMairehau Primary School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (466 vs 494).
- โขMairehau Primary School does better on roll size (386 vs 379).
- โขTe Hiwa Shirley Primary School does better on roll growth (5 years) (9.2% vs -20.4%).
- โขMairehau Primary School is the larger school with 386 students compared with 379.
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 Te Hiwa Shirley Primary 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 Mairehau Primary School and Te Hiwa Shirley Primary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Christchurch and Shirley in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mairehau Primary School: 466. Te Hiwa Shirley Primary School: 494. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mairehau Primary School and Te Hiwa Shirley Primary School rank in Canterbury?
Mairehau Primary School is 156th of 187 and Te Hiwa Shirley Primary School is 153rd of 187 among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).