Schools in Opawa, Canterbury (2026)
3 schools · 900 students · 2 state integrated, 1 state · median Equity Index (EQI) 410.
Ranked schools in Opawa
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Canterbury.
- 176St Mark's School (Christchurch)Opawa · State integrated Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 398 · 241 students
- 257Rudolf Steiner School (Chch)Opawa · State integrated CompositeEquity Index (EQI) 410 · 283 students
- 357Te Kura o Ōpāwaho – Opawa SchoolOpawa · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 463 · 376 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Mark's School (Christchurch) Opawa · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 75.9 Top 25% | 398 | 241 |
| 2 | Rudolf Steiner School (Chch) Opawa · Composite · Years 1–13 | State integrated | 56.6 Top 50% | 410 | 283 |
| 3 | Te Kura o Ōpāwaho – Opawa School Opawa · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 56.5 Top 50% | 463 | 376 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Opawa?
St Mark's School (Christchurch) is the highest-ranked school in Opawa with a Success Index (NZ) of 75.9 out of 100 (Top 25% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Opawa?
Opawa has 3 schools (2 full primary, 1 composite) educating 900 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Opawa?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Opawa is 410. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.