Mataura School vs West Gore School
A head-to-head comparison of two contributing schools in Southland, New Zealand, 11 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mataura School
Mataura ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
60 students
West Gore School
Gore ยท State contributing ยท Years 1โ6
154 students
| Measure | Mataura School Mataura, Southland | West Gore School Gore, Southland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 23 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #48 of 48 | #39 of 48 |
| National rank | #1462 of 1,559 | #1216 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Contributing |
| Year range | Years 1โ6 | Years 1โ6 |
| Students | 60 | 154 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 514 | 482 |
| Total roll | 60 | 154 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -48.1% | -29.5% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 50% | 27.3% |
| Pacific students | 3.3% | 5.2% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Mataura | Gore |
| region | Southland | Southland |
| Website | www.mataura.school.nz | www.westgore.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- โขWest Gore School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (34.8 vs 22.8).
- โขWest Gore School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (482 vs 514).
- โขWest Gore School does better on roll size (154 vs 60).
- โขWest Gore School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-29.5% vs -48.1%).
- โขWest Gore School is the larger school with 154 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 Mataura School better than West Gore School?
On the Success Index (NZ), West Gore School ranks higher (34.8 vs 22.8 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 Mataura School and West Gore School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Mataura and Gore in Southland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Mataura School: 514. West Gore School: 482. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Mataura School and West Gore School rank in Southland?
Mataura School is 48th of 48 and West Gore School is 39th of 48 among contributing schools in Southland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).