Ponatahi Christian School vs South End School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wellington, New Zealand, 340 m 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
South End School
Carterton · State full primary · Years 1–8
197 students
| Measure | Ponatahi Christian School Carterton, Wellington | South End School Carterton, Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 66 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #26 of 46 | #110 of 176 |
| National rank | #133 of 486 | #721 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State integrated | State |
| Type | Composite | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–13 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 137 | 197 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 431 | 450 |
| Total roll | 137 | 197 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 7.3% | 7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 0.7% | 23.9% |
| Pacific students | 0.7% | 1% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Carterton | Carterton |
| region | Wellington | Wellington |
| Website | www.ponatahi.school.nz/ | southend.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Ponatahi Christian School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (65.6 vs 56.1).
- •Ponatahi Christian School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (431 vs 450).
- •South End School does better on roll size (197 vs 137).
- •Ponatahi Christian School does better on roll growth (5 years) (7.3% vs 7%).
- •South End School is the larger school with 197 students compared with 137.
- •Ponatahi Christian School is a state integrated school while South End School is a state 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 Ponatahi Christian School better than South End School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Ponatahi Christian School ranks higher (65.6 vs 56.1 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 South End School?
About 340 m in a straight line, between Carterton and Carterton in Wellington.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Ponatahi Christian School: 431. South End School: 450. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Ponatahi Christian School and South End School rank in Wellington?
Ponatahi Christian School is 26th of 46 and South End School is 110th of 176 among composite schools in Wellington on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).