Gisborne Intermediate vs Ilminster Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two intermediate schools in Gisborne, New Zealand, 3.1 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gisborne Intermediate
Gisborne · State intermediate · Years 7–8
501 students
Ilminster Intermediate
Gisborne · State intermediate · Years 7–8
308 students
| Measure | Gisborne Intermediate Gisborne, Gisborne | Ilminster Intermediate Gisborne, Gisborne |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 38 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #9 of 18 | #12 of 18 |
| National rank | #1149 of 1,559 | #1375 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Year range | Years 7–8 | Years 7–8 |
| Students | 501 | 308 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 486 | 508 |
| Total roll | 501 | 308 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -14.5% | -24.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 51.5% | 58.1% |
| Pacific students | 5.4% | 6.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| region | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| Website | www.gisint.co.nz | www.ilminster.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Gisborne Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (37.9 vs 27.7).
- •Gisborne Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (486 vs 508).
- •Gisborne Intermediate does better on roll size (501 vs 308).
- •Gisborne Intermediate does better on roll growth (5 years) (-14.5% vs -24.7%).
- •Gisborne Intermediate is the larger school with 501 students compared with 308.
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 Gisborne Intermediate better than Ilminster Intermediate?
On the Success Index (NZ), Gisborne Intermediate ranks higher (37.9 vs 27.7 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 Gisborne Intermediate and Ilminster Intermediate?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Gisborne and Gisborne in Gisborne.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Gisborne Intermediate: 486. Ilminster Intermediate: 508. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Gisborne Intermediate and Ilminster Intermediate rank in Gisborne?
Gisborne Intermediate is 9th of 18 and Ilminster Intermediate is 12th of 18 among intermediate schools in Gisborne on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).