Motueka South School vs St Peter Chanel School (Motueka)
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Tasman, New Zealand, 264 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Motueka South School
Motueka · State full primary · Years 1–8
166 students
St Peter Chanel School (Motueka)
Motueka · State integrated full primary · Years 1–8
93 students
| Measure | Motueka South School Motueka, Tasman | St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) Motueka, Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 46 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #20 of 22 | #17 of 22 |
| National rank | #968 of 1,559 | #899 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State integrated |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 166 | 93 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 455 | 453 |
| Total roll | 166 | 93 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -25.7% | 33.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 18.1% | 19.4% |
| Pacific students | 9% | 5.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Motueka | Motueka |
| region | Tasman | Tasman |
| Website | www.motuekasouth.school.nz | www.spcmotueka.school.nz |
The verdict
- •St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (48.9 vs 46.2).
- •St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (453 vs 455).
- •Motueka South School does better on roll size (166 vs 93).
- •St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) does better on roll growth (5 years) (33.9% vs -25.7%).
- •Motueka South School is the larger school with 166 students compared with 93.
- •Motueka South School is a state school while St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) 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 St Peter Chanel School (Motueka)?
On the Success Index (NZ), St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) ranks higher (48.9 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 St Peter Chanel School (Motueka)?
About 264 m in a straight line, between Motueka and Motueka in Tasman.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Motueka South School: 455. St Peter Chanel School (Motueka): 453. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Motueka South School and St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) rank in Tasman?
Motueka South School is 20th of 22 and St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) is 17th of 22 among full primary schools in Tasman on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).