Schools in New Brighton, Canterbury (2026)
2 schools · 236 students · 1 state integrated, 1 private · median Equity Index (EQI) 445.
New Brighton, in Canterbury, has 2 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 236 students. By level there is 2 full primary; by sector 1 state integrated, 1 private.
1 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is New Brighton Catholic School (Chch) (58.6, top 50% of full primary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are New Brighton Catholic School (Chch) (196 students), Nova Montessori School (40 students).
Ranked schools in New Brighton
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 | New Brighton Catholic School (Chch) New Brighton · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 58.6 Top 50% | 445 | 196 |
Other schools in New Brighton
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 New Brighton?
New Brighton Catholic School (Chch) is the highest-ranked school in New Brighton with a Success Index (NZ) of 58.6 out of 100 (Top 50% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in New Brighton?
New Brighton has 2 schools (2 full primary) educating 236 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in New Brighton?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in New Brighton is 445. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.