Amberley School vs Rangiora Borough School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 20 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amberley School
Amberley · State full primary · Years 1–8
255 students
Rangiora Borough School
Rangiora · State full primary · Years 1–8
331 students
| Measure | Amberley School Amberley, Canterbury | Rangiora Borough School Rangiora, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 44 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #157 of 187 | #154 of 187 |
| National rank | #1023 of 1,559 | #1008 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 255 | 331 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 463 | 463 |
| Total roll | 255 | 331 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -3% | -36.2% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 23.5% | 5.4% |
| Pacific students | 2.7% | 10.6% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Amberley | Rangiora |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.amberley.school.nz | www.rangiora.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (NZ) scores (43.8 vs 44.6).
- •Rangiora Borough School does better on roll size (331 vs 255).
- •Amberley School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-3% vs -36.2%).
- •Rangiora Borough School is the larger school with 331 students compared with 255.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Amberley School better than Rangiora Borough School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Amberley School and Rangiora Borough School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Amberley and Rangiora in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Amberley School: 463. Rangiora Borough School: 463. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Amberley School and Rangiora Borough School rank in Canterbury?
Amberley School is 157th of 187 and Rangiora Borough School is 154th of 187 among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).