Lower Moutere School vs Motueka South School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Tasman, New Zealand, 3.2 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 South School
Motueka · State full primary · Years 1–8
166 students
| Measure | Lower Moutere School Lower Moutere, Tasman | Motueka South School Motueka, Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 39 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #21 of 22 | #20 of 22 |
| National rank | #1136 of 1,559 | #968 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 220 | 166 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 474 | 455 |
| Total roll | 220 | 166 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.2% | -25.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 15.9% | 18.1% |
| Pacific students | 3.2% | 9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Lower Moutere | Motueka |
| region | Tasman | Tasman |
| Website | www.lowermoutere.school.nz | www.motuekasouth.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Motueka South School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (46.2 vs 38.8).
- •Motueka South School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (455 vs 474).
- •Lower Moutere School does better on roll size (220 vs 166).
- •Lower Moutere School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.2% vs -25.7%).
- •Lower Moutere School is the larger school with 220 students compared with 166.
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 South School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Motueka South School ranks higher (46.2 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 South School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Lower Moutere and Motueka in Tasman.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Lower Moutere School: 474. Motueka South School: 455. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Lower Moutere School and Motueka South School rank in Tasman?
Lower Moutere School is 21st of 22 and Motueka South School is 20th of 22 among full primary schools in Tasman on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).