Maniototo Area School vs South Otago High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Otago, New Zealand, 128 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maniototo Area School
Ranfurly ยท State composite ยท Years 1โ13
139 students
South Otago High School
Rosebank ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
477 students
| Measure | Maniototo Area School Ranfurly, Otago | South Otago High School Rosebank, Otago |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 44 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #22 of 28 | #16 of 28 |
| National rank | #272 of 486 | #227 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Composite | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ13 | Years 9โ13 |
| Students | 139 | 477 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 470 | 475 |
| Total roll | 139 | 477 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -0.7% | 18.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | 81.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | 51.6% |
| Mฤori students | 25.9% | 17.4% |
| Pacific students | 0.7% | 9.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0.2% |
| suburb or town | Ranfurly | Rosebank |
| region | Otago | Otago |
| Website | www.maniototo.school.nz | www.sohs.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขSouth Otago High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (50.8 vs 44.0).
- โขManiototo Area School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (470 vs 475).
- โขSouth Otago High School does better on roll size (477 vs 139).
- โขSouth Otago High School does better on roll growth (5 years) (18.3% vs -0.7%).
- โขSouth Otago High School is the larger school with 477 students compared with 139.
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 Maniototo Area School better than South Otago High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), South Otago High School ranks higher (50.8 vs 44.0 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 Maniototo Area School and South Otago High School?
About 128 km in a straight line, between Ranfurly and Rosebank in Otago.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Maniototo Area School: 470. South Otago High School: 475. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Maniototo Area School and South Otago High School rank in Otago?
Maniototo Area School is 22nd of 28 and South Otago High School is 16th of 28 among composite schools in Otago on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).