Maitai School vs Nelson Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nelson, New Zealand, 523 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maitai School
Nelson ยท State special school
58 students
Nelson Central School
Nelson ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
380 students
| Measure | Maitai School Nelson, Nelson | Nelson Central School Nelson, Nelson |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #4 of 14 |
| National rank | โ | #546 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Special School | Contributing |
| Year range | โ | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 58 | 380 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 484 | 425 |
| Total roll | 58 | 380 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 30.2% | -15.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 24.1% | 13.7% |
| Pacific students | 8.6% | 3.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0.5% |
| suburb or town | Nelson | Nelson |
| region | Nelson | Nelson |
| Website | www.maitai.school.nz | www.nelsoncentral.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขNelson Central School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (425 vs 484).
- โขNelson Central School does better on roll size (380 vs 58).
- โขMaitai School does better on roll growth (5 years) (30.2% vs -15.3%).
- โขNelson Central School is the larger school with 380 students compared with 58.
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 Maitai School better than Nelson Central 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 Maitai School and Nelson Central School?
About 523 m in a straight line, between Nelson and Nelson in Nelson.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Maitai School: 484. Nelson Central School: 425. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Maitai School and Nelson Central School rank in Nelson?
Maitai School is unranked and Nelson Central School is 4th of 14 among special school schools in Nelson on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).