Fairfield School (Levin) vs Waiopehu College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 1.4 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield School (Levin)
Levin · State full primary · Years 1–8
399 students
Waiopehu College
Levin · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
540 students
| Measure | Fairfield School (Levin) Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui | Waiopehu College Levin, Manawatū-Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 41 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #54 of 111 | #25 of 33 |
| National rank | #1084 of 1,559 | #406 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 399 | 540 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 474 | 513 |
| Total roll | 399 | 540 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -19.7% | -13.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 66.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 43.9% |
| Māori students | 36.8% | 47.4% |
| Pacific students | 9.5% | 21.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Levin | Levin |
| region | Manawatū-Whanganui | Manawatū-Whanganui |
| Website | www.fairfieldlevin.school.nz | www.waiopehu.ac.nz |
The verdict
- •Fairfield School (Levin) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (41.1 vs 25.5).
- •Fairfield School (Levin) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (474 vs 513).
- •Waiopehu College does better on roll size (540 vs 399).
- •Waiopehu College does better on roll growth (5 years) (-13.7% vs -19.7%).
- •Waiopehu College is the larger school with 540 students compared with 399.
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 Fairfield School (Levin) better than Waiopehu College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Fairfield School (Levin) ranks higher (41.1 vs 25.5 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 Fairfield School (Levin) and Waiopehu College?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Levin and Levin in Manawatū-Whanganui.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Fairfield School (Levin): 474. Waiopehu College: 513. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Fairfield School (Levin) and Waiopehu College rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?
Fairfield School (Levin) is 54th of 111 and Waiopehu College is 25th of 33 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).