Holy Family School (Wanaka) vs Wanaka Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Otago, New Zealand, 467 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holy Family School (Wanaka)
Wanaka · State integrated full primary · Years 1–8
212 students
Wanaka Primary School
Wanaka · State contributing · Years 1–6
524 students
| Measure | Holy Family School (Wanaka) Wanaka, Otago | Wanaka Primary School Wanaka, Otago |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 74 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #12 of 85 | #8 of 85 |
| National rank | #310 of 1,559 | #262 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State integrated | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 212 | 524 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 387 | 393 |
| Total roll | 212 | 524 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -4.3% | -20% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 7.1% | 8.2% |
| Pacific students | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Wanaka | Wanaka |
| region | Otago | Otago |
| Website | www.holyfamilyschoolwanaka.com | www.wanaka.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Wanaka Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (75.9 vs 73.5).
- •Holy Family School (Wanaka) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (387 vs 393).
- •Wanaka Primary School does better on roll size (524 vs 212).
- •Holy Family School (Wanaka) does better on roll growth (5 years) (-4.3% vs -20%).
- •Wanaka Primary School is the larger school with 524 students compared with 212.
- •Holy Family School (Wanaka) is a state integrated school while Wanaka Primary School is a state 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 Holy Family School (Wanaka) better than Wanaka Primary School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Wanaka Primary School ranks higher (75.9 vs 73.5 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 Holy Family School (Wanaka) and Wanaka Primary School?
About 467 m in a straight line, between Wanaka and Wanaka in Otago.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Holy Family School (Wanaka): 387. Wanaka Primary School: 393. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Holy Family School (Wanaka) and Wanaka Primary School rank in Otago?
Holy Family School (Wanaka) is 12th of 85 and Wanaka Primary School is 8th of 85 among full primary schools in Otago on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).