Schools in Fendalton, Canterbury (2026)
2 schools · 1,059 students · 1 state, 1 private · median Equity Index (EQI) 405.
Fendalton, in Canterbury, has 2 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 1,059 students. By level there are 1 intermediate, 1 full primary; by sector 1 state, 1 private.
1 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate (73.1, top 25% of intermediate schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate (678 students), Medbury Preparatory School (381 students). One school is single-sex.
Ranked schools in Fendalton
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Canterbury.
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate Fendalton · Intermediate · Years 7–8 | State | 73.1 Top 25% | 405 | 678 |
Other schools in Fendalton
Schools without a rank: fewer than 60 students, no published Equity Index (EQI), or a school type that is not scored.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Fendalton?
Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate is the highest-ranked school in Fendalton with a Success Index (NZ) of 73.1 out of 100 (Top 25% of intermediate schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Fendalton?
Fendalton has 2 schools (1 intermediate, 1 full primary) educating 1,059 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Fendalton?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Fendalton is 405. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.