Schools in Paraparaumu, Wellington (2026)
4 schools · 2,220 students · 3 state, 1 state integrated · median Equity Index (EQI) 463.
Ranked schools in Paraparaumu
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Wellington.
- 181Our Lady of Kapiti SchoolParaparaumu · State integrated Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 402 · 314 students
- 272Paraparaumu CollegeParaparaumu · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 442 · 1,499 students
- 355Paraparaumu SchoolParaparaumu · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 463 · 307 students
- 435Kapiti SchoolParaparaumu · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 477 · 100 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Our Lady of Kapiti School Paraparaumu · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 81.2 Top 10% | 402 | 314 |
| 2 | Paraparaumu College Paraparaumu · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 72.4 Top 25% | 442 | 1,499 |
| 3 | Paraparaumu School Paraparaumu · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 55.2 Top 50% | 463 | 307 |
| 4 | Kapiti School Paraparaumu · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 35.4 Lower 50% | 477 | 100 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Paraparaumu?
Our Lady of Kapiti School is the highest-ranked school in Paraparaumu with a Success Index (NZ) of 81.2 out of 100 (Top 10% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Paraparaumu?
Paraparaumu has 4 schools (3 full primary, 1 secondary (year 9-15)) educating 2,220 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Paraparaumu?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Paraparaumu is 463. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.