Brunswick School vs Fairfield School (Levin)
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 89 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brunswick School
Whanganui · State full primary · Years 1–8
110 students
Fairfield School (Levin)
Levin · State full primary · Years 1–8
399 students
| Measure | Brunswick School Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui | Fairfield School (Levin) Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 41 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #55 of 111 | #54 of 111 |
| National rank | #1086 of 1,559 | #1084 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 110 | 399 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 474 | 474 |
| Total roll | 110 | 399 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 68.7% | -19.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 24.5% | 36.8% |
| Pacific students | 4.5% | 9.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Whanganui | Levin |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.brunswick.school.nz | www.fairfieldlevin.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (41.0 vs 41.1).
- •Fairfield School (Levin) does better on roll size (399 vs 110).
- •Brunswick School does better on roll growth (5 years) (68.7% vs -19.7%).
- •Fairfield School (Levin) is the larger school with 399 students compared with 110.
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 Brunswick School better than Fairfield School (Levin)?
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 Brunswick School and Fairfield School (Levin)?
About 89 km in a straight line, between Whanganui and Levin in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Brunswick School: 474. Fairfield School (Levin): 474. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Brunswick School and Fairfield School (Levin) rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Brunswick School is 55th of 111 and Fairfield School (Levin) is 54th of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).