Schools in Queenstown, Otago (2026)
4 schools · 1,798 students · 3 state, 1 state integrated · median Equity Index (EQI) 402.
Queenstown, in Otago, has 4 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 1,798 students. By level there is 4 full primary; by sector 3 state, 1 state integrated.
The median Equity Index (EQI) across Queenstown's schools is 402, below the Otago median of 441. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
4 of the 4 schools qualify for the Success Index (NZ). The highest-scoring is Shotover Primary School (86.4, top 5% of full primary schools nationally), followed by Te Kura Whakatipu o Kawarau (83.6, top 5% of full primary schools nationally), and St Joseph's School (Queenstown) (75.6, top 25% of full primary 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 Shotover Primary School (580 students), Te Kura Whakatipu o Kawarau (566 students), Queenstown Primary School (522 students).
Ranked schools in Queenstown
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Otago.
- 186Shotover Primary SchoolQueenstown · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 396 · 580 students
- 284Te Kura Whakatipu o KawarauQueenstown · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 405 · 566 students
- 376St Joseph's School (Queenstown)Queenstown · State integrated Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 393 · 130 students
- 473Queenstown Primary SchoolQueenstown · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 402 · 522 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shotover Primary School Queenstown · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 86.4 Top 5% | 396 | 580 |
| 2 | Te Kura Whakatipu o Kawarau Queenstown · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 83.6 Top 5% | 405 | 566 |
| 3 | St Joseph's School (Queenstown) Queenstown · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 75.6 Top 25% | 393 | 130 |
| 4 | Queenstown Primary School Queenstown · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 73.1 Top 25% | 402 | 522 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Queenstown?
Shotover Primary School is the highest-ranked school in Queenstown with a Success Index (NZ) of 86.4 out of 100 (Top 5% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Queenstown?
Queenstown has 4 schools (4 full primary) educating 1,798 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Queenstown?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Queenstown is 402. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.