Nayland College vs Nelson Christian Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nelson, New Zealand, 1.6 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nayland College
Stoke · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
1,270 students
Nelson Christian Academy
Stoke · State integrated full primary · Years 1–8
316 students
| Measure | Nayland College Stoke, Nelson | Nelson Christian Academy Stoke, Nelson |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 61 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #3 of 4 | #6 of 14 |
| National rank | #166 of 486 | #599 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State integrated |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 1,270 | 316 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 462 | 449 |
| Total roll | 1,270 | 316 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 9.2% | 28% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 82.1% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 57.7% | – |
| Māori students | 15.9% | 7.6% |
| Pacific students | 4.6% | 5.7% |
| International students | 5.7% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Stoke | Stoke |
| region | Nelson | Nelson |
| Website | www.nayland.school.nz | www.nca.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (60.5 vs 61.4).
- •Nelson Christian Academy does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (449 vs 462).
- •Nayland College does better on roll size (1,270 vs 316).
- •Nelson Christian Academy does better on roll growth (5 years) (28% vs 9.2%).
- •Nayland College is the larger school with 1,270 students compared with 316.
- •Nayland College is a state school while Nelson Christian Academy is a state integrated school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Nayland College better than Nelson Christian Academy?
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 Nayland College and Nelson Christian Academy?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Stoke and Stoke in Nelson.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Nayland College: 462. Nelson Christian Academy: 449. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Nayland College and Nelson Christian Academy rank in Nelson?
Nayland College is 3rd of 4 and Nelson Christian Academy is 6th of 14 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Nelson on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).