Lower Moutere School vs Parklands School (Motueka)
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Tasman, New Zealand, 5.0 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
Parklands School (Motueka)
Motueka · State full primary · Years 1–8
210 students
| Measure | Lower Moutere School Lower Moutere, Tasman | Parklands School (Motueka) Motueka, Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 39 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #21 of 22 | #22 of 22 |
| National rank | #1136 of 1,559 | #1353 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 220 | 210 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 474 | 503 |
| Total roll | 220 | 210 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -2.2% | -8.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 15.9% | 52.4% |
| Pacific students | 3.2% | 12.9% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Lower Moutere | Motueka |
| region | Tasman | Tasman |
| Website | www.lowermoutere.school.nz | www.parklands.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- •Lower Moutere School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (38.8 vs 28.7).
- •Lower Moutere School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (474 vs 503).
- •Lower Moutere School does better on roll size (220 vs 210).
- •Lower Moutere School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.2% vs -8.6%).
- •Lower Moutere School is the larger school with 220 students compared with 210.
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 Parklands School (Motueka)?
On the Success Index (NZ), Lower Moutere School ranks higher (38.8 vs 28.7 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 Parklands School (Motueka)?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Lower Moutere and Motueka in Tasman.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Lower Moutere School: 474. Parklands School (Motueka): 503. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Lower Moutere School and Parklands School (Motueka) rank in Tasman?
Lower Moutere School is 21st of 22 and Parklands School (Motueka) is 22nd of 22 among full primary schools in Tasman on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).