Bluff School vs Mataura School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Southland, New Zealand, 60 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bluff School
Bluff ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
115 students
Mataura School
Mataura ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
60 students
| Measure | Bluff School Bluff, Southland | Mataura School Mataura, Southland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 25 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #46 of 48 | #48 of 48 |
| National rank | #1442 of 1,559 | #1462 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 115 | 60 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 511 | 514 |
| Total roll | 115 | 60 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -20.7% | -48.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 75.7% | 50% |
| Pacific students | 16.5% | 3.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Bluff | Mataura |
| region | Southland | Southland |
| Website | โ | www.mataura.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขBluff School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (24.5 vs 22.8).
- โขBluff School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (511 vs 514).
- โขBluff School does better on roll size (115 vs 60).
- โขBluff School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-20.7% vs -48.1%).
- โขBluff School is the larger school with 115 students compared with 60.
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 Bluff School better than Mataura School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Bluff School ranks higher (24.5 vs 22.8 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 Bluff School and Mataura School?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Bluff and Mataura in Southland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Bluff School: 511. Mataura School: 514. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Bluff School and Mataura School rank in Southland?
Bluff School is 46th of 48 and Mataura School is 48th of 48 among full primary schools in Southland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).