Parklands School (Motueka) vs St Peter Chanel School (Motueka)
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Tasman, New Zealand, 1.8 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parklands School (Motueka)
Motueka · State full primary · Years 1–8
210 students
St Peter Chanel School (Motueka)
Motueka · State integrated full primary · Years 1–8
93 students
| Measure | Parklands School (Motueka) Motueka, Tasman | St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) Motueka, Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 29 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #22 of 22 | #17 of 22 |
| National rank | #1353 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 | 210 | 93 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 503 | 453 |
| Total roll | 210 | 93 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -8.6% | 33.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 52.4% | 19.4% |
| Pacific students | 12.9% | 5.4% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Motueka | Motueka |
| region | Tasman | Tasman |
| Website | www.parklands.school.nz/ | www.spcmotueka.school.nz |
The verdict
- •St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (48.9 vs 28.7).
- •St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (453 vs 503).
- •Parklands School (Motueka) does better on roll size (210 vs 93).
- •St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) does better on roll growth (5 years) (33.9% vs -8.6%).
- •Parklands School (Motueka) is the larger school with 210 students compared with 93.
- •Parklands School (Motueka) 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 Parklands School (Motueka) better than St Peter Chanel School (Motueka)?
On the Success Index (NZ), St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) ranks higher (48.9 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 Parklands School (Motueka) and St Peter Chanel School (Motueka)?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Motueka and Motueka in Tasman.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Parklands School (Motueka): 503. St Peter Chanel School (Motueka): 453. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Parklands School (Motueka) and St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) rank in Tasman?
Parklands School (Motueka) is 22nd of 22 and St Peter Chanel School (Motueka) is 17th of 22 among full primary schools in Tasman on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).