East Gore School vs Mataura School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Southland, New Zealand, 14 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
Mataura School
Mataura · State contributing · Years 1–6
60 students
| Measure | East Gore School Gore, Southland | Mataura School Mataura, Southland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 23 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #47 of 48 | #48 of 48 |
| National rank | #1451 of 1,559 | #1462 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–6 |
| Students | 132 | 60 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 518 | 514 |
| Total roll | 132 | 60 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -18.5% | -48.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 32.6% | 50% |
| Pacific students | 2.3% | 3.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Gore | Mataura |
| region | Southland | Southland |
| Website | www.eastgore.school.nz | www.mataura.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (23.1 vs 22.8).
- •Mataura School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (514 vs 518).
- •East Gore School does better on roll size (132 vs 60).
- •East Gore School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-18.5% vs -48.1%).
- •East Gore School is the larger school with 132 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 East Gore School better than Mataura 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 East Gore School and Mataura School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Gore and Mataura in Southland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
East Gore School: 518. Mataura School: 514. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do East Gore School and Mataura School rank in Southland?
East Gore School is 47th of 48 and Mataura School is 48th of 48 among contributing schools in Southland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).