Birchwood School vs Nayland Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Nelson, New Zealand, 630 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birchwood School
Stoke · State contributing · Years 1–6
251 students
Nayland Primary School
Stoke · State contributing · Years 1–6
389 students
| Measure | Birchwood School Stoke, Nelson | Nayland Primary School Stoke, Nelson |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 47 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #10 of 14 | #11 of 14 |
| National rank | #955 of 1,559 | #971 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 251 | 389 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 456 | 462 |
| Total roll | 251 | 389 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -0.8% | -8.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 27.9% | 22.9% |
| Pacific students | 7.6% | 4.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Stoke | Stoke |
| region | Nelson | Nelson |
| Website | www.birchwood.school.nz | www.naylandprimary.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (46.7 vs 46.1).
- •Birchwood School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (456 vs 462).
- •Nayland Primary School does better on roll size (389 vs 251).
- •Birchwood School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-0.8% vs -8.7%).
- •Nayland Primary School is the larger school with 389 students compared with 251.
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 Birchwood School better than Nayland Primary School?
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 Birchwood School and Nayland Primary School?
About 630 m in a straight line, between Stoke and Stoke in Nelson.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Birchwood School: 456. Nayland Primary School: 462. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Birchwood School and Nayland Primary School rank in Nelson?
Birchwood School is 10th of 14 and Nayland Primary School is 11th of 14 among contributing schools in Nelson on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).