Schools in Thorndon, Wellington (2026)
5 schools · 11,811 students · 3 state, 1 state integrated, 1 private · median Equity Index (EQI) 375.
Ranked schools in Thorndon
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and Wellington.
- 182Wellington Girls' CollegeThorndon · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 375 · 1,423 students
- 278Thorndon SchoolThorndon · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 362 · 278 students
- 376Sacred Heart Cathedral SchoolThorndon · State integrated Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 375 · 240 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wellington Girls' College Thorndon · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 82.1 Top 10% | 375 | 1,423 |
| 2 | Thorndon School Thorndon · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 78.0 Top 25% | 362 | 278 |
| 3 | Sacred Heart Cathedral School Thorndon · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 75.8 Top 25% | 375 | 240 |
Other schools in Thorndon
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 Thorndon?
Wellington Girls' College is the highest-ranked school in Thorndon with a Success Index (NZ) of 82.1 out of 100 (Top 10% of secondary (year 9-15) schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Thorndon?
Thorndon has 5 schools (1 secondary (year 9-15), 2 full primary, 1 composite, 1 correspondence school) educating 11,811 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Thorndon?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Thorndon is 375. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.