Schools in Sefton, Canterbury (2026)
1 schools · 131 students · 1 state · median Equity Index (EQI) 434.
Sefton, in Canterbury, has 1 school in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 131 students. By level there is 1 full primary; by sector 1 state.
1 of the 1 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is Te Waitai Sefton School (60.6, top 50% of full primary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
Ranked schools in Sefton
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 | Te Waitai Sefton School Sefton · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 60.6 Top 50% | 434 | 131 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Sefton?
Te Waitai Sefton School is the highest-ranked school in Sefton with a Success Index (NZ) of 60.6 out of 100 (Top 50% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Sefton?
Sefton has 1 schools (1 full primary) educating 131 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Sefton?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Sefton is 434. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.