Ashhurst School vs Marco School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 157 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashhurst School
Ashhurst · State full primary · Years 1–8
456 students
Marco School
Stratford · State full primary · Years 1–8
17 students
| Measure | Ashhurst School Ashhurst, Manawatū-Whanganui | Marco School Stratford, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 49 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #40 of 111 | – |
| National rank | #910 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 456 | 17 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 459 | 458 |
| Total roll | 456 | 17 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -1.1% | 0% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 28.7% | 5.9% |
| Pacific students | 5.3% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Ashhurst | Stratford |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.ashhurst.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Ashhurst School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (48.5 vs 42.1).
- •Marco School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (458 vs 459).
- •Ashhurst School does better on roll size (456 vs 17).
- •Marco School does better on roll growth (5 years) (0% vs -1.1%).
- •Ashhurst School is the larger school with 456 students compared with 17.
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 Ashhurst School better than Marco School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ashhurst School ranks higher (48.5 vs 42.1 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 Ashhurst School and Marco School?
About 157 km in a straight line, between Ashhurst and Stratford in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ashhurst School: 459. Marco School: 458. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ashhurst School and Marco School rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Ashhurst School is 40th of 111 and Marco School is unranked among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).