Central Southland College vs Northern Southland College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Southland, New Zealand, 45 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
Northern Southland College
Lumsden · State secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
218 students
| Measure | Central Southland College Winton, Southland | Northern Southland College Lumsden, Southland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 55 Top 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #5 of 14 | #11 of 14 |
| National rank | #196 of 486 | #343 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 9–13 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 659 | 218 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 462 | 464 |
| Total roll | 659 | 218 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 18.7% | -0.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 81.5% | 63.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 45.4% | 21.2% |
| Māori students | 19.4% | 15.6% |
| Pacific students | 2.3% | 2.3% |
| International students | 0.6% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Winton | Lumsden |
| region | Southland | Southland |
| Website | www.csc.school.nz/ | www.nsc.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Central Southland College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (55.2 vs 34.8).
- •Central Southland College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (462 vs 464).
- •Central Southland College does better on roll size (659 vs 218).
- •Central Southland College does better on roll growth (5 years) (18.7% vs -0.5%).
- •Central Southland College does better on school leavers with ncea level 2+ (81.5% vs 63.6%).
- •Central Southland College is the larger school with 659 students compared with 218.
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 Northern Southland College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Central Southland College ranks higher (55.2 vs 34.8 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 Central Southland College and Northern Southland College?
About 45 km in a straight line, between Winton and Lumsden in Southland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Central Southland College: 462. Northern Southland College: 464. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Central Southland College and Northern Southland College rank in Southland?
Central Southland College is 5th of 14 and Northern Southland College is 11th of 14 among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Southland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).