Ngutuawa School vs Tamariki School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 866 m 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
Tamariki School
Woolston · State integrated full primary · Years 1–8
51 students
| Measure | Ngutuawa School Woolston, Canterbury | Tamariki School Woolston, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 26 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #186 of 187 | – |
| National rank | #1424 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State integrated |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 132 | 51 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 526 | 464 |
| Total roll | 132 | 51 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 5.3% | 2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 34.1% | 23.5% |
| Pacific students | 12.1% | 7.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Woolston | Woolston |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | bamford.school.nz | www.tamariki.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Tamariki School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (42.0 vs 25.6).
- •Tamariki School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (464 vs 526).
- •Ngutuawa School does better on roll size (132 vs 51).
- •Ngutuawa School does better on roll growth (5 years) (5.3% vs 2%).
- •Ngutuawa School is the larger school with 132 students compared with 51.
- •Ngutuawa School is a state school while Tamariki School is a state integrated school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Tamariki School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Tamariki School ranks higher (42.0 vs 25.6 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 Ngutuawa School and Tamariki School?
About 866 m in a straight line, between Woolston and Woolston in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ngutuawa School: 526. Tamariki School: 464. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ngutuawa School and Tamariki School rank in Canterbury?
Ngutuawa School is 186th of 187 and Tamariki School is unranked among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).