Nelson Christian Academy vs St Joseph's School (Nelson)
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Nelson, New Zealand, 5.6 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson Christian Academy
Stoke ยท State integrated full primary ยท Years 1โ8
316 students
St Joseph's School (Nelson)
Nelson ยท State integrated full primary ยท Years 1โ8
376 students
| Measure | Nelson Christian Academy Stoke, Nelson | St Joseph's School (Nelson) Nelson, Nelson |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 61 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #6 of 14 | #1 of 14 |
| National rank | #599 of 1,559 | #352 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State integrated | State integrated |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 316 | 376 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 449 | 401 |
| Total roll | 316 | 376 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 28% | -10.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 7.6% | 9.3% |
| Pacific students | 5.7% | 7.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Stoke | Nelson |
| region | Nelson | Nelson |
| Website | www.nca.school.nz | www.stjosephsnelson.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขSt Joseph's School (Nelson) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (71.6 vs 61.4).
- โขSt Joseph's School (Nelson) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (401 vs 449).
- โขSt Joseph's School (Nelson) does better on roll size (376 vs 316).
- โขNelson Christian Academy does better on roll growth (5 years) (28% vs -10.6%).
- โขSt Joseph's School (Nelson) is the larger school with 376 students compared with 316.
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 Christian Academy better than St Joseph's School (Nelson)?
On the Success Index (NZ), St Joseph's School (Nelson) ranks higher (71.6 vs 61.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Nelson Christian Academy and St Joseph's School (Nelson)?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Stoke and Nelson in Nelson.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Nelson Christian Academy: 449. St Joseph's School (Nelson): 401. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Nelson Christian Academy and St Joseph's School (Nelson) rank in Nelson?
Nelson Christian Academy is 6th of 14 and St Joseph's School (Nelson) is 1st of 14 among full primary schools in Nelson on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).