East Gore School vs Fernworth Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Southland, New Zealand, 59 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Gore School
Gore · State contributing · Years 1–6
132 students
Fernworth Primary School
Strathern · State contributing · Years 1–6
266 students
| Measure | East Gore School Gore, Southland | Fernworth Primary School Strathern, Southland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 23 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #47 of 48 | #43 of 48 |
| National rank | #1451 of 1,559 | #1325 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 132 | 266 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 518 | 535 |
| Total roll | 132 | 266 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -18.5% | 12.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 32.6% | 44.7% |
| Pacific students | 2.3% | 16.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Gore | Strathern |
| region | Southland | Southland |
| Website | www.eastgore.school.nz | www.wharepa.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Fernworth Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (30.1 vs 23.1).
- •East Gore School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (518 vs 535).
- •Fernworth Primary School does better on roll size (266 vs 132).
- •Fernworth Primary School does better on roll growth (5 years) (12.7% vs -18.5%).
- •Fernworth Primary School is the larger school with 266 students compared with 132.
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 East Gore School better than Fernworth Primary School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Fernworth Primary School ranks higher (30.1 vs 23.1 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 East Gore School and Fernworth Primary School?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Gore and Strathern in Southland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
East Gore School: 518. Fernworth Primary School: 535. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do East Gore School and Fernworth Primary School rank in Southland?
East Gore School is 47th of 48 and Fernworth Primary School is 43rd of 48 among contributing schools in Southland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).