Schools in Kaiapoi, Canterbury (2026)
7 schools · 2,555 students · 6 state, 1 state integrated · median Equity Index (EQI) 465.
Kaiapoi, in Canterbury, has 7 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 2,555 students. By level there are 5 full primary, 1 secondary (year 9-15), 1 teen parent unit; by sector 6 state, 1 state integrated.
The median Equity Index (EQI) across Kaiapoi's schools is 465, above the Canterbury median of 440. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
6 of the 7 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is Ōhoka School (76.5, top 25% of full primary schools nationally), followed by St Patrick's School (Kaiapoi) (61.7, top 50% of full primary schools nationally), and Kaiapoi High School (55.0, top 50% of secondary (year 9-15) schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Kaiapoi High School (1,044 students), Kaiapoi North School (514 students), Kaiapoi Borough School (377 students).
Ranked schools in Kaiapoi
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Canterbury.
- 177Ōhoka SchoolKaiapoi · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 406 · 224 students
- 262St Patrick's School (Kaiapoi)Kaiapoi · State integrated Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 440 · 204 students
- 355Kaiapoi High SchoolKaiapoi · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 465 · 1,044 students
- 448Kaiapoi North SchoolKaiapoi · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 461 · 514 students
- 546Kaiapoi Borough SchoolKaiapoi · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 490 · 377 students
- 637Te Kura o TuahiwiKaiapoi · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 498 · 192 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ōhoka School Kaiapoi · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 76.5 Top 25% | 406 | 224 |
| 2 | St Patrick's School (Kaiapoi) Kaiapoi · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 61.7 Top 50% | 440 | 204 |
| 3 | Kaiapoi High School Kaiapoi · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 55.0 Top 50% | 465 | 1,044 |
| 4 | Kaiapoi North School Kaiapoi · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 48.2 Lower 50% | 461 | 514 |
| 5 | Kaiapoi Borough School Kaiapoi · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 45.9 Lower 50% | 490 | 377 |
| 6 | Te Kura o Tuahiwi Kaiapoi · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 37.2 Lower 50% | 498 | 192 |
Other schools in Kaiapoi
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 Kaiapoi side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Kaiapoi?
Ōhoka School is the highest-ranked school in Kaiapoi with a Success Index (NZ) of 76.5 out of 100 (Top 25% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Kaiapoi?
Kaiapoi has 7 schools (5 full primary, 1 secondary (year 9-15), 1 teen parent unit) educating 2,555 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Kaiapoi?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Kaiapoi is 465. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.