Overview
Solway School is a state contributing school in Solway, Wellington. It is a co-educational school. The school has 214 students on the roll. Its Equity Index (EQI) is 463 (above-average equity need). The school has an enrolment scheme (zone). It is located in the Masterton District territorial authority.
Source: Ministry of Education (2026)
Key Facts
AuthorityState
School TypeContributing
Co-Ed StatusCo-Educational
Enrolment SchemeYes (Zoned)
Territorial AuthorityMasterton District
RegionWellington
Urban/RuralMedium urban area
Postcode5810
MoE School ID2991
Student Demographics
Total Roll214
European/Pakeha78%
Maori32.2%
Pacific5.1%
Asian3.7%
Ethnicity Distribution
Source: Ministry of Education (2026)
Equity Index (EQI)
The Equity Index replaced the decile system in 2023. It measures the socio-economic context of a school's student community. A higher EQI indicates greater equity need (more disadvantaged). The national average is approximately 463.
School EQI463
National Avg463
Contextabove-average equity need
Source: Ministry of Education EQI (2026)