Central Southland College vs Lochiel School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Southland, New Zealand, 7.7 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Southland College
Winton · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
659 students
Lochiel School
Lochiel · State full primary · Years 1–8
79 students
| Measure | Central Southland College Winton, Southland | Lochiel School Lochiel, Southland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 55 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #5 of 14 | #21 of 48 |
| National rank | #196 of 486 | #731 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 659 | 79 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 462 | 432 |
| Total roll | 659 | 79 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 18.7% | -21.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 81.5% | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 45.4% | – |
| Māori students | 19.4% | 10.1% |
| Pacific students | 2.3% | 2.5% |
| International students | 0.6% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Winton | Lochiel |
| region | Southland | Southland |
| Website | www.csc.school.nz/ | www.lochiel.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (55.2 vs 55.8).
- •Lochiel School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (432 vs 462).
- •Central Southland College does better on roll size (659 vs 79).
- •Central Southland College does better on roll growth (5 years) (18.7% vs -21.6%).
- •Central Southland College is the larger school with 659 students compared with 79.
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 Central Southland College better than Lochiel School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Southland College and Lochiel School?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between Winton and Lochiel in Southland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Central Southland College: 462. Lochiel School: 432. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Central Southland College and Lochiel School rank in Southland?
Central Southland College is 5th of 14 and Lochiel School is 21st of 48 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Southland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).