Ormond School vs Patutahi School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Gisborne, New Zealand, 8.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ormond School
Ormond ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
95 students
Patutahi School
Patutahi ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
70 students
| Measure | Ormond School Ormond, Gisborne | Patutahi School Patutahi, Gisborne |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 43 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #6 of 18 | #16 of 18 |
| National rank | #1048 of 1,559 | #1481 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 95 | 70 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 460 | 526 |
| Total roll | 95 | 70 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -21.3% | 261.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 42.1% | 95.7% |
| Pacific students | 0% | 4.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ormond | Patutahi |
| region | Gisborne | Gisborne |
| Website | www.ormond.school.nz | โ |
The verdict
- โขOrmond School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (42.9 vs 22.0).
- โขOrmond School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (460 vs 526).
- โขOrmond School does better on roll size (95 vs 70).
- โขPatutahi School does better on roll growth (5 years) (261.9% vs -21.3%).
- โขOrmond School is the larger school with 95 students compared with 70.
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 Ormond School better than Patutahi School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ormond School ranks higher (42.9 vs 22.0 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 Ormond School and Patutahi School?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Ormond and Patutahi in Gisborne.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ormond School: 460. Patutahi School: 526. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ormond School and Patutahi School rank in Gisborne?
Ormond School is 6th of 18 and Patutahi School is 16th of 18 among contributing schools in Gisborne on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).