Schools in Riccarton, Canterbury (2026)
5 schools · 4,838 students · 4 state, 1 state integrated · median Equity Index (EQI) 419.
Riccarton, in Canterbury, has 5 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 4,838 students. By level there are 2 secondary (year 9-15), 1 composite, 1 full primary, 1 intermediate; by sector 4 state, 1 state integrated.
The median Equity Index (EQI) across Riccarton's schools is 419, below the Canterbury median of 440. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
5 of the 5 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is Middleton Grange School (84.4, top 5% of composite schools nationally), followed by Christchurch Girls' High School -Te Kura o Hine Waiora (81.0, top 10% of secondary (year 9-15) schools nationally), and Christchurch Boys' High School (75.2, top 25% of secondary (year 9-15) schools nationally). 2 schools sit in the top 10% of New Zealand for their type. Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Christchurch Boys' High School (1,403 students), Middleton Grange School (1,395 students), Christchurch Girls' High School -Te Kura o Hine Waiora (1,308 students). 2 schools are single-sex.
Ranked schools in Riccarton
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Canterbury.
- 184Middleton Grange SchoolRiccarton · State integrated CompositeEquity Index (EQI) 404 · 1,395 students
- 281Christchurch Girls' High School -Te Kura o Hine WaioraRiccarton · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 419 · 1,308 students
- 375Christchurch Boys' High SchoolRiccarton · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 418 · 1,403 students
- 460Wharenui SchoolRiccarton · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 457 · 441 students
- 559Kahikatea Kirkwood IntermediateRiccarton · State IntermediateEquity Index (EQI) 430 · 291 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middleton Grange School Riccarton · Composite · Years 1–13 | State integrated | 84.4 Top 5% | 404 | 1,395 |
| 2 | Christchurch Girls' High School -Te Kura o Hine Waiora Riccarton · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 81.0 Top 10% | 419 | 1,308 |
| 3 | Christchurch Boys' High School Riccarton · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 75.2 Top 25% | 418 | 1,403 |
| 4 | Wharenui School Riccarton · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 60.1 Top 50% | 457 | 441 |
| 5 | Kahikatea Kirkwood Intermediate Riccarton · Intermediate · Years 7–8 | State | 59.4 Top 50% | 430 | 291 |
Compare the top 4 schools in Riccarton side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Riccarton?
Middleton Grange School is the highest-ranked school in Riccarton with a Success Index (NZ) of 84.4 out of 100 (Top 5% of composite schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Riccarton?
Riccarton has 5 schools (1 composite, 2 secondary (year 9-15), 1 full primary, 1 intermediate) educating 4,838 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Riccarton?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Riccarton is 419. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.