Nelson Central School vs Nelson College For Girls Prep School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nelson, New Zealand, 556 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson Central School
Nelson ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
380 students
Nelson College For Girls Prep School
Nelson ยท Private intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
96 students
| Measure | Nelson Central School Nelson, Nelson | Nelson College For Girls Prep School Nelson, Nelson |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 63 Top 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #4 of 14 | โ |
| National rank | #546 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Contributing | Intermediate |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 7โ8 |
| Students | 380 | 96 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 425 | โ |
| Total roll | 380 | 96 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -15.3% | 6.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 13.7% | 10.4% |
| Pacific students | 3.9% | 1% |
| International students | 0.5% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Nelson | Nelson |
| region | Nelson | Nelson |
| Website | www.nelsoncentral.school.nz | www.ncg.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขNelson Central School does better on roll size (380 vs 96).
- โขNelson College For Girls Prep School does better on roll growth (5 years) (6.5% vs -15.3%).
- โขNelson Central School is the larger school with 380 students compared with 96.
- โขNelson Central School is a state school while Nelson College For Girls Prep School is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- โขNelson Central School is co-educational and Nelson College For Girls Prep School 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 Nelson Central School better than Nelson College For Girls Prep 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 Nelson Central School and Nelson College For Girls Prep School?
About 556 m in a straight line, between Nelson and Nelson in Nelson.
How do Nelson Central School and Nelson College For Girls Prep School rank in Nelson?
Nelson Central School is 4th of 14 and Nelson College For Girls Prep School is unranked among contributing schools in Nelson on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).