Lower Moutere School vs Motueka High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tasman, New Zealand, 4.5 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lower Moutere School
Lower Moutere · State full primary · Years 1–8
220 students
Motueka High School
Motueka · State secondary (year 9-15) · Years 9–13
702 students
| Measure | Lower Moutere School Lower Moutere, Tasman | Motueka High School Motueka, Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 39 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #21 of 22 | #5 of 6 |
| National rank | #1136 of 1,559 | #298 of 486 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Secondary (Year 9-15) |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 9–13 |
| Students | 220 | 702 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 474 | 464 |
| Total roll | 220 | 702 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.2% | -2.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | 71.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | 37.5% |
| Māori students | 15.9% | 19.8% |
| Pacific students | 3.2% | 5.7% |
| International students | 0% | 4% |
| suburb or town | Lower Moutere | Motueka |
| region | Tasman | Tasman |
| Website | www.lowermoutere.school.nz | www.motuekahigh.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Motueka High School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (40.5 vs 38.8).
- •Motueka High School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (464 vs 474).
- •Motueka High School does better on roll size (702 vs 220).
- •Lower Moutere School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.2% vs -2.3%).
- •Motueka High School is the larger school with 702 students compared with 220.
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 Lower Moutere School better than Motueka High School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Motueka High School ranks higher (40.5 vs 38.8 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 Lower Moutere School and Motueka High School?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Lower Moutere and Motueka in Tasman.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Lower Moutere School: 474. Motueka High School: 464. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Lower Moutere School and Motueka High School rank in Tasman?
Lower Moutere School is 21st of 22 and Motueka High School is 5th of 6 among full primary schools in Tasman on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).