Redwoodtown School vs Riverlands School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Marlborough, New Zealand, 2.7 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Redwoodtown School
Redwoodtown · State full primary · Years 1–8
317 students
Riverlands School
Blenheim · State full primary · Years 1–8
185 students
| Measure | Redwoodtown School Redwoodtown, Marlborough | Riverlands School Blenheim, Marlborough |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 33 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #16 of 17 | #12 of 17 |
| National rank | #1263 of 1,559 | #1080 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 317 | 185 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 493 | 467 |
| Total roll | 317 | 185 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -0.6% | -12.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 24.3% | 28.1% |
| Pacific students | 14.8% | 3.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Redwoodtown | Blenheim |
| region | Marlborough | Marlborough |
| Website | www.redwoodtown.school.nz | www.riverlands.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Riverlands School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (41.4 vs 32.7).
- •Riverlands School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (467 vs 493).
- •Redwoodtown School does better on roll size (317 vs 185).
- •Redwoodtown School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-0.6% vs -12.3%).
- •Redwoodtown School is the larger school with 317 students compared with 185.
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 Redwoodtown School better than Riverlands School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Riverlands School ranks higher (41.4 vs 32.7 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 Redwoodtown School and Riverlands School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Redwoodtown and Blenheim in Marlborough.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Redwoodtown School: 493. Riverlands School: 467. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Redwoodtown School and Riverlands School rank in Marlborough?
Redwoodtown School is 16th of 17 and Riverlands School is 12th of 17 among full primary schools in Marlborough on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).