Roxburgh Area School vs South Otago High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Otago, New Zealand, 85 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Roxburgh Area School
Roxburgh ยท State composite ยท Years 1โ13
121 students
South Otago High School
Rosebank ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
477 students
| Measure | Roxburgh Area School Roxburgh, Otago | South Otago High School Rosebank, Otago |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 43 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #24 of 28 | #16 of 28 |
| National rank | #279 of 486 | #227 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Composite | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1โ13 | Years 9โ13 |
| Students | 121 | 477 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 473 | 475 |
| Total roll | 121 | 477 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -28.4% | 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 | 26.4% | 17.4% |
| Pacific students | 5.8% | 9.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0.2% |
| suburb or town | Roxburgh | Rosebank |
| region | Otago | Otago |
| Website | www.roxburgh.school.nz | www.sohs.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขSouth Otago High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (50.8 vs 42.8).
- โขRoxburgh Area School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (473 vs 475).
- โขSouth Otago High School does better on roll size (477 vs 121).
- โขSouth Otago High School does better on roll growth (5 years) (18.3% vs -28.4%).
- โขSouth Otago High School is the larger school with 477 students compared with 121.
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 Roxburgh Area School better than South Otago High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), South Otago High School ranks higher (50.8 vs 42.8 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 Roxburgh Area School and South Otago High School?
About 85 km in a straight line, between Roxburgh and Rosebank in Otago.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Roxburgh Area School: 473. South Otago High School: 475. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Roxburgh Area School and South Otago High School rank in Otago?
Roxburgh Area School is 24th of 28 and South Otago High School is 16th of 28 among composite schools in Otago on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).