Balclutha School vs South Otago High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Otago, New Zealand, 1.3 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
South Otago High School
Rosebank · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
477 students
| Measure | Balclutha School Balclutha, Otago | South Otago High School Rosebank, Otago |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 44 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #68 of 85 | #16 of 28 |
| National rank | #1016 of 1,559 | #227 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 220 | 477 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 481 | 475 |
| Total roll | 220 | 477 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 37.2% | 18.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 81.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 51.6% |
| Māori students | 19.1% | 17.4% |
| Pacific students | 17.7% | 9.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0.2% |
| suburb or town | Balclutha | Rosebank |
| region | Otago | Otago |
| Website | www.balclutha.school.nz | www.sohs.school.nz |
The verdict
- •South Otago High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (50.8 vs 44.1).
- •South Otago High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (475 vs 481).
- •South Otago High School does better on roll size (477 vs 220).
- •Balclutha School does better on roll growth (5 years) (37.2% vs 18.3%).
- •South Otago High School is the larger school with 477 students compared with 220.
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 South Otago High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), South Otago High School ranks higher (50.8 vs 44.1 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 South Otago High School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Balclutha and Rosebank in Otago.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Balclutha School: 481. South Otago High School: 475. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Balclutha School and South Otago High School rank in Otago?
Balclutha School is 68th of 85 and South Otago High School is 16th of 28 among full primary schools in Otago on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).