Nelson College vs Nelson College (Prep Dept)
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nelson, New Zealand, 28 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson College
Nelson ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
1,009 students
Nelson College (Prep Dept)
Nelson ยท Private intermediate ยท Years 7โ8
94 students
| Measure | Nelson College Nelson, Nelson | Nelson College (Prep Dept) Nelson, Nelson |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 55 Top 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #4 of 4 | โ |
| National rank | #194 of 486 | โ |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Intermediate |
| Year range | Years 9โ13 | Years 7โ8 |
| Students | 1,009 | 94 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 441 | โ |
| Total roll | 1,009 | 94 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -3.8% | -4.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 80.4% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 50.5% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 17.4% | 4.3% |
| Pacific students | 7.1% | 1.1% |
| International students | 5.7% | 2.1% |
| suburb or town | Nelson | Nelson |
| region | Nelson | Nelson |
| Website | www.nelson.school.nz | www.nelsoncollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขNelson College does better on roll size (1,009 vs 94).
- โขNelson College does better on roll growth (5 years) (-3.8% vs -4.1%).
- โขNelson College is the larger school with 1,009 students compared with 94.
- โขNelson College is a state school while Nelson College (Prep Dept) is a private 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 Nelson College better than Nelson College (Prep Dept)?
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 College and Nelson College (Prep Dept)?
About 28 m in a straight line, between Nelson and Nelson in Nelson.
How do Nelson College and Nelson College (Prep Dept) rank in Nelson?
Nelson College is 4th of 4 and Nelson College (Prep Dept) is unranked among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Nelson on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).