Blenheim School vs Marlborough Boys' College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Marlborough, New Zealand, 934 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blenheim School
Blenheim · State contributing · Years 1–6
155 students
Marlborough Boys' College
Blenheim · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
999 students
| Measure | Blenheim School Blenheim, Marlborough | Marlborough Boys' College Blenheim, Marlborough |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 34 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #15 of 17 | #3 of 5 |
| National rank | #1227 of 1,559 | #217 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 155 | 999 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 501 | 456 |
| Total roll | 155 | 999 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 78.7% | 9.4% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 71.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 44.4% |
| Māori students | 25.8% | 23.9% |
| Pacific students | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0.8% |
| suburb or town | Blenheim | Blenheim |
| region | Marlborough | Marlborough |
| Website | www.blenheim.school.nz | www.marlboroughboys.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Marlborough Boys' College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (52.8 vs 34.3).
- •Marlborough Boys' College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (456 vs 501).
- •Marlborough Boys' College does better on roll size (999 vs 155).
- •Blenheim School does better on roll growth (5 years) (78.7% vs 9.4%).
- •Marlborough Boys' College is the larger school with 999 students compared with 155.
- •Blenheim School is co-educational and Marlborough Boys' College is boys.
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 Blenheim School better than Marlborough Boys' College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Marlborough Boys' College ranks higher (52.8 vs 34.3 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 Blenheim School and Marlborough Boys' College?
About 934 m in a straight line, between Blenheim and Blenheim in Marlborough.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Blenheim School: 501. Marlborough Boys' College: 456. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Blenheim School and Marlborough Boys' College rank in Marlborough?
Blenheim School is 15th of 17 and Marlborough Boys' College is 3rd of 5 among contributing schools in Marlborough on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).