Makikihi School vs Wairakei School (Christchurch)
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 171 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Makikihi School
Makikihi · State full primary · Years 1–8
42 students
Wairakei School (Christchurch)
Bryndwr · State contributing · Years 1–6
210 students
| Measure | Makikihi School Makikihi, Canterbury | Wairakei School (Christchurch) Bryndwr, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 35 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #170 of 187 |
| National rank | – | #1173 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 42 | 210 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 478 | 478 |
| Total roll | 42 | 210 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 20.6% | -3.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 19% | 33.8% |
| Pacific students | 4.8% | 6.7% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Makikihi | Bryndwr |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.makikihi.school.nz | www.wairakeichch.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Wairakei School (Christchurch) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (36.9 vs 35.3).
- •Wairakei School (Christchurch) does better on roll size (210 vs 42).
- •Makikihi School does better on roll growth (5 years) (20.6% vs -3.2%).
- •Wairakei School (Christchurch) is the larger school with 210 students compared with 42.
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 Makikihi School better than Wairakei School (Christchurch)?
On the Success Index (NZ), Wairakei School (Christchurch) ranks higher (36.9 vs 35.3 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 Makikihi School and Wairakei School (Christchurch)?
About 171 km in a straight line, between Makikihi and Bryndwr in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Makikihi School: 478. Wairakei School (Christchurch): 478. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Makikihi School and Wairakei School (Christchurch) rank in Canterbury?
Makikihi School is unranked and Wairakei School (Christchurch) is 170th of 187 among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).