Schools in Westport, West Coast (2026)
4 schools · 928 students · 3 state, 1 state integrated · median Equity Index (EQI) 487.
Westport, in West Coast, has 4 schools in New Zealand's 2026 data, together educating about 928 students. By level there are 3 full primary, 1 secondary (year 9-15); by sector 3 state, 1 state integrated.
The median Equity Index (EQI) across Westport's schools is 487, above the West Coast median of 477. 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 St Canice's School (Westport) (60.5, top 50% of full primary schools nationally), followed by Buller High School (39.4, lower 50% of secondary (year 9-15) schools nationally), and Westport North School (37.7, lower 50% of full primary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Buller High School (348 students), Westport South School (242 students), Westport North School (196 students).
Ranked schools in Westport
Ordered by Success Index (NZ). Rank positions shown on each profile are within New Zealand and West Coast.
- 161St Canice's School (Westport)Westport · State integrated Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 436 · 142 students
- 239Buller High SchoolWestport · State Secondary (Year 9-15)Equity Index (EQI) 487 · 348 students
- 338Westport North SchoolWestport · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 497 · 196 students
- 437Westport South SchoolWestport · State Full PrimaryEquity Index (EQI) 479 · 242 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (NZ) | Equity Index (EQI) | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Canice's School (Westport) Westport · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State integrated | 60.5 Top 50% | 436 | 142 |
| 2 | Buller High School Westport · Secondary (Year 9-15) · Years 9–13 | State | 39.4 Lower 50% | 487 | 348 |
| 3 | Westport North School Westport · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 37.7 Lower 50% | 497 | 196 |
| 4 | Westport South School Westport · Full Primary · Years 1–8 | State | 36.6 Lower 50% | 479 | 242 |
Compare the top 4 schools in Westport side by side →
Other places in West Coast
Free academic assessment
Is your child on track for NCEA?
Success Tutoring runs personalised English and Maths tutoring for Years 1–13 in New Zealand. Start with a free assessment mapped to the New Zealand Curriculum.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Westport?
St Canice's School (Westport) is the highest-ranked school in Westport with a Success Index (NZ) of 60.5 out of 100 (Top 50% of full primary schools in New Zealand).
How many schools are in Westport?
Westport has 4 schools (3 full primary, 1 secondary (year 9-15)) educating 928 students in 2026.
What is the typical Equity Index (EQI) in Westport?
The median Equity Index (EQI) across schools in Westport is 487. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.