Avon School vs Eltham School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Taranaki, New Zealand, 9.3 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avon School
Stratford · State full primary · Years 1–8
58 students
Eltham School
Eltham · State full primary · Years 1–8
131 students
| Measure | Avon School Stratford, Taranaki | Eltham School Eltham, Taranaki |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 16 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #53 of 56 |
| National rank | – | #1475 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 58 | 131 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 549 | 521 |
| Total roll | 58 | 131 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 33.9% | -13.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 56.9% | 45% |
| Pacific students | 20.7% | 6.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Stratford | Eltham |
| region | Taranaki | Taranaki |
| Website | www.avon.school.nz/ | www.eltham.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Eltham School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (22.3 vs 16.4).
- •Eltham School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (521 vs 549).
- •Eltham School does better on roll size (131 vs 58).
- •Avon School does better on roll growth (5 years) (33.9% vs -13.3%).
- •Eltham School is the larger school with 131 students compared with 58.
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 Avon School better than Eltham School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Eltham School ranks higher (22.3 vs 16.4 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 Avon School and Eltham School?
About 9.3 km in a straight line, between Stratford and Eltham in Taranaki.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Avon School: 549. Eltham School: 521. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Avon School and Eltham School rank in Taranaki?
Avon School is unranked and Eltham School is 53rd of 56 among full primary schools in Taranaki on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).