Schools in Central Otago District, Otago (2026)
15 schools · 3,367 students · 13 state, 2 state integrated · median Equity Index (EQI) 445.
Central Otago District, in Otago, has 15 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 3,367 students. By level there are 9 full primary, 2 contributing, 2 composite, 1 secondary (year 9-15), 1 secondary (year 7-15); by sector 13 state, 2 state integrated.
The median Equity Index (EQI) across Central Otago District's schools is 445, above the Otago median of 441. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
12 of the 15 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is Cromwell Primary School (74.3, top 25% of contributing schools nationally), followed by St John's School (Ranfurly) (71.3, top 25% of full primary schools nationally), and Goldfields School (Cromwell) (70.9, top 25% of contributing schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Cromwell College (696 students), Dunstan High School (577 students), Cromwell Primary School (417 students).
Schools are spread across 9 suburbs or towns, with the most in Alexandra (4), Cromwell (3), Ranfurly (2), Clyde (1).
Ranked schools in Central Otago District
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Otago.
- 174Cromwell Primary SchoolCromwell · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 426 · 417 students
- 271St John's School (Ranfurly)Ranfurly · State integrated Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 395 · 67 students
- 371Goldfields School (Cromwell)Cromwell · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 431 · 338 students
- 471St Gerard's School (Alexandra)Alexandra · State integrated Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 415 · 165 students
- 569Clyde SchoolClyde · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 420 · 174 students
- 667Dunstan High SchoolAlexandra · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 445 · 577 students
- 764Cromwell CollegeCromwell · State Secondary (Year 7-15)Equity Index (EQI) 445 · 696 students
- 858Alexandra Primary SchoolAlexandra · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 447 · 208 students
- 952The Terrace School (Alexandra)Alexandra · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 445 · 291 students
- 1051Omakau SchoolOmakau · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 449 · 88 students
- 1144Maniototo Area SchoolRanfurly · State CompositeEquity Index (EQI) 470 · 139 students
- 1243Roxburgh Area SchoolRoxburgh · State CompositeEquity Index (EQI) 473 · 121 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cromwell Primary School Cromwell · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 74.3 Top 25% | 426 | 417 |
| 2 | St John's School (Ranfurly) Ranfurly · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 71.3 Top 25% | 395 | 67 |
| 3 | Goldfields School (Cromwell) Cromwell · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 70.9 Top 25% | 431 | 338 |
| 4 | St Gerard's School (Alexandra) Alexandra · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 70.5 Top 25% | 415 | 165 |
| 5 | Clyde School Clyde · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 69.4 Top 25% | 420 | 174 |
| 6 | Dunstan High School Alexandra · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 66.7 Top 25% | 445 | 577 |
| 7 | Cromwell College Cromwell · Secondary (Year 7-15) · Years 7–13 | State | 63.5 Top 50% | 445 | 696 |
| 8 | Alexandra Primary School Alexandra · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 58.1 Top 50% | 447 | 208 |
| 9 | The Terrace School (Alexandra) Alexandra · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 52.0 Top 50% | 445 | 291 |
| 10 | Omakau School Omakau · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 50.5 Top 50% | 449 | 88 |
| 11 | Maniototo Area School Ranfurly · Composite · Years 1–13 | State | 44.0 Lower 50% | 470 | 139 |
| 12 | Roxburgh Area School Roxburgh · Composite · Years 1–13 | State | 42.8 Lower 50% | 473 | 121 |
Other schools in Central Otago District
Schools without a rank: fewer than 60 students, no published Equity Index (EQI), or a school type that is not scored.
Compare the top 4 schools in Central Otago District side by side →
Suburb or towns in Central Otago District
Other places in Otago
- Dunedin(10)
- Oamaru(9)
- Mosgiel(5)
- Balclutha(5)
- Frankton(4)
- Wanaka(4)
- Alexandra(4)
- Queenstown(4)
- City Rise(3)
- Milton(3)
- Andersons Bay(3)
- Wakari(3)
- Cromwell(3)
- Maori Hill(2)
- Outram(2)
- Pine Hill(2)
- Ranfurly(2)
- Mornington(2)
- Musselburgh(2)
- North East Valley(2)
- Palmerston(2)
- Tapanui(2)
- Roslyn(2)
- St Clair(2)
- Green Island(2)
- Fairfield(2)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Central Otago District?
Cromwell Primary School is the highest-ranked school in Central Otago District with a Success Index (NZ) of 74.3 out of 100 (Top 25% of contributing schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Central Otago District?
Central Otago District has 15 schools (2 contributing, 9 full primary, 1 secondary (year 9-15), 1 secondary (year 7-15), 2 composite) educating 3,367 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Central Otago District?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Central Otago District is 445. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.