Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) vs Waihao Downs School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 115 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
Waihao Downs School
Waihao Downs · State full primary · Years 1–8
76 students
| Measure | Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) Ashburton, Canterbury | Waihao Downs School Waihao Downs, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 56 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #117 of 187 | #124 of 187 |
| National rank | #735 of 1,559 | #790 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 116 | 76 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 442 | 442 |
| Total roll | 116 | 76 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 28% | 5.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 6.9% | 7.9% |
| Pacific students | 5.2% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ashburton | Waihao Downs |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.mayfieldschool.co.nz | www.waihaodowns.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (55.7 vs 53.5).
- •Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) does better on roll size (116 vs 76).
- •Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) does better on roll growth (5 years) (28% vs 5.7%).
- •Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) is the larger school with 116 students compared with 76.
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 Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) better than Waihao Downs School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) ranks higher (55.7 vs 53.5 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 Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) and Waihao Downs School?
About 115 km in a straight line, between Ashburton and Waihao Downs in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury): 442. Waihao Downs School: 442. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) and Waihao Downs School rank in Canterbury?
Mayfield School (Mid-Canterbury) is 117th of 187 and Waihao Downs School is 124th of 187 among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).