East Gore School vs Knapdale School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Southland, New Zealand, 9.6 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
Knapdale School
Gore · State full primary · Years 1–8
56 students
| Measure | East Gore School Gore, Southland | Knapdale School Gore, Southland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 23 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #47 of 48 | – |
| National rank | #1451 of 1,559 | – |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 132 | 56 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 518 | 455 |
| Total roll | 132 | 56 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -18.5% | 31% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 32.6% | 10.7% |
| Pacific students | 2.3% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Gore | Gore |
| region | Southland | Southland |
| Website | www.eastgore.school.nz | – |
The verdict
- •Knapdale School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (46.1 vs 23.1).
- •Knapdale School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (455 vs 518).
- •East Gore School does better on roll size (132 vs 56).
- •Knapdale School does better on roll growth (5 years) (31% vs -18.5%).
- •East Gore School is the larger school with 132 students compared with 56.
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 Knapdale School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Knapdale School ranks higher (46.1 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 Knapdale School?
About 9.6 km in a straight line, between Gore and Gore in Southland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
East Gore School: 518. Knapdale School: 455. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do East Gore School and Knapdale School rank in Southland?
East Gore School is 47th of 48 and Knapdale School is unranked among contributing schools in Southland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).