Schools in Ilam, Canterbury (2026)
3 schools · 1,221 students · 3 state · median Equity Index (EQI) 394.
Ranked schools in Ilam
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Canterbury.
- 178Westburn Te Kura O HereoraIlam · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 383 · 484 students
- 274Ilam SchoolIlam · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 394 · 411 students
- 357Tuia Burnside Primary SchoolIlam · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 437 · 326 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westburn Te Kura O Hereora Ilam · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 77.5 Top 25% | 383 | 484 |
| 2 | Ilam School Ilam · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 74.3 Top 25% | 394 | 411 |
| 3 | Tuia Burnside Primary School Ilam · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 56.8 Top 50% | 437 | 326 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Ilam?
Westburn Te Kura O Hereora is the highest-ranked school in Ilam with a Success Index (NZ) of 77.5 out of 100 (Top 25% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Ilam?
Ilam has 3 schools (1 full primary, 2 contributing) educating 1,221 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Ilam?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Ilam is 394. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.