Balclutha School vs Kaitangata School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Otago, New Zealand, 9.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Balclutha School
Balclutha · State full primary · Years 1–8
220 students
Kaitangata School
Kaitangata · State full primary · Years 1–8
101 students
| Measure | Balclutha School Balclutha, Otago | Kaitangata School Kaitangata, Otago |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 44 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #68 of 85 | #81 of 85 |
| National rank | #1016 of 1,559 | #1350 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 220 | 101 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 481 | 496 |
| Total roll | 220 | 101 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 19.1% | 15.8% |
| Pacific students | 17.7% | 1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Balclutha | Kaitangata |
| region | Otago | Otago |
| Website | www.balclutha.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Balclutha School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (44.1 vs 28.9).
- •Balclutha School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (481 vs 496).
- •Balclutha School does better on roll size (220 vs 101).
- •Balclutha School does better on roll growth (5 years) (37.2% vs -4.8%).
- •Balclutha School is the larger school with 220 students compared with 101.
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 Balclutha School better than Kaitangata School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Balclutha School ranks higher (44.1 vs 28.9 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 Balclutha School and Kaitangata School?
About 9.5 km in a straight line, between Balclutha and Kaitangata in Otago.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Balclutha School: 481. Kaitangata School: 496. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Balclutha School and Kaitangata School rank in Otago?
Balclutha School is 68th of 85 and Kaitangata School is 81st of 85 among full primary schools in Otago on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).