Ngutuawa School vs Oceanview Heights School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 148 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ngutuawa School
Woolston · State full primary · Years 1–8
132 students
Oceanview Heights School
Marchwiel · State full primary · Years 1–8
102 students
| Measure | Ngutuawa School Woolston, Canterbury | Oceanview Heights School Marchwiel, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #186 of 187 | #187 of 187 |
| National rank | #1424 of 1,559 | #1440 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 132 | 102 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 526 | 523 |
| Total roll | 132 | 102 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 5.3% | 50.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 34.1% | 21.6% |
| Pacific students | 12.1% | 29.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Woolston | Marchwiel |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | bamford.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (25.6 vs 24.8).
- •Oceanview Heights School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (523 vs 526).
- •Ngutuawa School does better on roll size (132 vs 102).
- •Oceanview Heights School does better on roll growth (5 years) (50.7% vs 5.3%).
- •Ngutuawa School is the larger school with 132 students compared with 102.
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 Ngutuawa School better than Oceanview Heights 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 Ngutuawa School and Oceanview Heights School?
About 148 km in a straight line, between Woolston and Marchwiel in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ngutuawa School: 526. Oceanview Heights School: 523. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ngutuawa School and Oceanview Heights School rank in Canterbury?
Ngutuawa School is 186th of 187 and Oceanview Heights School is 187th of 187 among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).