Schools in Temuka, Canterbury (2026)
4 schools · 738 students · 2 state, 1 state integrated, 1 private · median Equity Index (EQI) 476.
Ranked schools in Temuka
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Canterbury.
- 147St Joseph's School (Temuka)Temuka · State integrated Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 451 · 110 students
- 238Temuka Primary SchoolTemuka · State ContributingEquity Index (EQI) 476 · 215 students
- 331Opihi CollegeTemuka · State Secondary (Year 7-15)Equity Index (EQI) 504 · 273 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Joseph's School (Temuka) Temuka · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 46.7 Lower 50% | 451 | 110 |
| 2 | Temuka Primary School Temuka · Contributing · Years 1–6 | State | 37.9 Lower 50% | 476 | 215 |
| 3 | Opihi College Temuka · Secondary (Year 7-15) · Years 7–13 | State | 30.5 Lower 50% | 504 | 273 |
Other schools in Temuka
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 Temuka?
St Joseph's School (Temuka) is the highest-ranked school in Temuka with a Success Index (NZ) of 46.7 out of 100 (Lower 50% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Temuka?
Temuka has 4 schools (2 full primary, 1 contributing, 1 secondary (year 7-15)) educating 738 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Temuka?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Temuka is 476. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.