Motueka South School vs Motueka Steiner School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Tasman, New Zealand, 2.9 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Motueka South School
Motueka ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
166 students
Motueka Steiner School
Lower Moutere ยท State integrated full primary ยท Years 1โ8
81 students
| Measure | Motueka South School Motueka, Tasman | Motueka Steiner School Lower Moutere, Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 46 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #20 of 22 | #12 of 22 |
| National rank | #968 of 1,559 | #763 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State integrated |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 166 | 81 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 455 | 434 |
| Total roll | 166 | 81 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -25.7% | -2.1% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 18.1% | 16% |
| Pacific students | 9% | 1.2% |
| International students | 0% | 6.2% |
| suburb or town | Motueka | Lower Moutere |
| region | Tasman | Tasman |
| Website | www.motuekasouth.school.nz | motuekasteiner.school.nz/ |
The verdict
- โขMotueka Steiner School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (54.7 vs 46.2).
- โขMotueka Steiner School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (434 vs 455).
- โขMotueka South School does better on roll size (166 vs 81).
- โขMotueka Steiner School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-2.1% vs -25.7%).
- โขMotueka South School is the larger school with 166 students compared with 81.
- โขMotueka South School is a state school while Motueka Steiner School is a state integrated school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Motueka South School better than Motueka Steiner School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Motueka Steiner School ranks higher (54.7 vs 46.2 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 Motueka South School and Motueka Steiner School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Motueka and Lower Moutere in Tasman.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Motueka South School: 455. Motueka Steiner School: 434. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Motueka South School and Motueka Steiner School rank in Tasman?
Motueka South School is 20th of 22 and Motueka Steiner School is 12th of 22 among full primary schools in Tasman on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).