Maitai School vs Nelson College For Girls
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nelson, New Zealand, 990 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 College For Girls
Nelson ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
956 students
| Measure | Maitai School Nelson, Nelson | Nelson College For Girls Nelson, Nelson |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | โ Not rated | 66 Top 50% |
| Region rank | โ | #1 of 4 |
| National rank | โ | #131 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Special School | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | โ | Years 9โ13 |
| Students | 58 | 956 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 484 | 442 |
| Total roll | 58 | 956 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 30.2% | 7.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 82.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 62.6% |
| Mฤori students | 24.1% | 15.9% |
| Pacific students | 8.6% | 3.7% |
| International students | 0% | 4.1% |
| suburb or town | Nelson | Nelson |
| region | Nelson | Nelson |
| Website | www.maitai.school.nz | www.ncg.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขNelson College For Girls does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (442 vs 484).
- โขNelson College For Girls does better on roll size (956 vs 58).
- โขMaitai School does better on roll growth (5 years) (30.2% vs 7.7%).
- โขNelson College For Girls is the larger school with 956 students compared with 58.
- โขMaitai School is co-educational and Nelson College For Girls is girls.
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 College For Girls?
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 College For Girls?
About 990 m in a straight line, between Nelson and Nelson in Nelson.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Maitai School: 484. Nelson College For Girls: 442. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Maitai School and Nelson College For Girls rank in Nelson?
Maitai School is unranked and Nelson College For Girls is 1st of 4 among special school schools in Nelson on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).