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Roslyn School vs Ross Intermediate

A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, 1.2 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.

MeasureRoslyn School
Roslyn, Manawatū-Whanganui
Ross Intermediate
Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
Success Index (NZ)
27
Lower 50%
42
Lower 50%
Region rank#91 of 111#51 of 111
National rank#1404 of 1,559#1060 of 1,559
SectorStateState
TypeFull PrimaryIntermediate
Year rangeYears 1–8Years 7–8
Students397444
Equity Index (EQI)518473
Total roll397444
Roll growth (5 yrs)-3.2%-18.8%
Leavers with NCEA Level 2+––
Leavers with NCEA Level 3+––
Leavers with University Entrance––
Māori students46.1%29.1%
Pacific students16.6%9.2%
International students0%0%
suburb or townRoslynPalmerston North
regionManawatū-WhanganuiManawatū-Whanganui
Websitewww.roslyn.school.nzwww.rossint.school.nz

The verdict

  • •Ross Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (42.2 vs 26.7).
  • •Ross Intermediate does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (473 vs 518).
  • •Ross Intermediate does better on roll size (444 vs 397).
  • •Roslyn School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-3.2% vs -18.8%).
  • •Ross Intermediate is the larger school with 444 students compared with 397.

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 Roslyn School better than Ross Intermediate?

On the Success Index (NZ), Ross Intermediate ranks higher (42.2 vs 26.7 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 Roslyn School and Ross Intermediate?

About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Roslyn and Palmerston North in Manawatū-Whanganui.

Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?

Roslyn School: 518. Ross Intermediate: 473. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.

How do Roslyn School and Ross Intermediate rank in Manawatū-Whanganui?

Roslyn School is 91st of 111 and Ross Intermediate is 51st of 111 among full primary schools in Manawatū-Whanganui on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).