Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) vs Mt Somers Springburn School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 13 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury)
Ashburton · State full primary · Years 1–8
116 students
Mt Somers Springburn School
Mount Somers · State full primary · Years 1–8
79 students
| Measure | Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) Ashburton, Canterbury | Mt Somers Springburn School Mount Somers, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 56 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #117 of 187 | #118 of 187 |
| National rank | #735 of 1,559 | #742 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 116 | 79 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 442 | 439 |
| Total roll | 116 | 79 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 28% | 8.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 6.9% | 16.5% |
| Pacific students | 5.2% | 1.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ashburton | Mount Somers |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.mayfieldschool.co.nz | www.mtss.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (55.7 vs 55.4).
- •Mt Somers Springburn School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (439 vs 442).
- •Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) does better on roll size (116 vs 79).
- •Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) does better on roll growth (5 years) (28% vs 8.5%).
- •Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) is the larger school with 116 students compared with 79.
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 Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) better than Mt Somers Springburn 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 Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) and Mt Somers Springburn School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Ashburton and Mount Somers in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury): 442. Mt Somers Springburn School: 439. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) and Mt Somers Springburn School rank in Canterbury?
Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) is 117th of 187 and Mt Somers Springburn School is 118th of 187 among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).