Ponatahi Christian School vs Solway College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 12 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ponatahi Christian School
Carterton · State integrated composite · Years 1–13
137 students
Solway College
Masterton · State integrated secondary (year 7-15) · Years 7–13
211 students
| Measure | Ponatahi Christian School Carterton, Wellington | Solway College Masterton, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 66 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #26 of 46 | #23 of 46 |
| National rank | #133 of 486 | #117 of 486 |
| Sector | State integrated | State integrated |
| Type | Composite | Secondary (Year 7-15) |
| Year range | Years 1–13 | Years 7–13 |
| Students | 137 | 211 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 431 | 431 |
| Total roll | 137 | 211 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 7.3% | 17.9% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 0.7% | 23.7% |
| Pacific students | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| International students | 0% | 1.4% |
| suburb or town | Carterton | Masterton |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.ponatahi.school.nz/ | www.solwaycollege.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Solway College scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (67.9 vs 65.6).
- •Solway College does better on roll size (211 vs 137).
- •Solway College does better on roll growth (5 years) (17.9% vs 7.3%).
- •Solway College is the larger school with 211 students compared with 137.
- •Ponatahi Christian School is co-educational and Solway College is girls.
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 Ponatahi Christian School better than Solway College?
On the Success Index (NZ), Solway College ranks higher (67.9 vs 65.6 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 Ponatahi Christian School and Solway College?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Carterton and Masterton in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ponatahi Christian School: 431. Solway College: 431. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ponatahi Christian School and Solway College rank in Wellington?
Ponatahi Christian School is 26th of 46 and Solway College is 23rd of 46 among composite schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).