Christchurch Boys' High School vs Medbury Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 818 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Christchurch Boys' High School
Riccarton ยท State secondary (year 9-15) ยท Years 9โ13
1,403 students
Medbury Preparatory School
Fendalton ยท Private full primary ยท Years 1โ8
381 students
| Measure | Christchurch Boys' High School Riccarton, Canterbury | Medbury Preparatory School Fendalton, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 75 Top 25% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #12 of 57 | โ |
| National rank | #72 of 486 | โ |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Secondary (Year 9-15) | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 9โ13 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 1,403 | 381 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 418 | โ |
| Total roll | 1,403 | 381 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 1.1% | -2.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 87.2% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 63.3% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 13.1% | 7.3% |
| Pacific students | 4.7% | 0.5% |
| International students | 3.2% | 2.1% |
| suburb or town | Riccarton | Fendalton |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.cbhs.school.nz | www.medbury.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขChristchurch Boys' High School does better on roll size (1,403 vs 381).
- โขChristchurch Boys' High School does better on roll growth (5 years) (1.1% vs -2.7%).
- โขChristchurch Boys' High School is the larger school with 1,403 students compared with 381.
- โขChristchurch Boys' High School is a state school while Medbury Preparatory School is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Christchurch Boys' High School better than Medbury Preparatory 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 Christchurch Boys' High School and Medbury Preparatory School?
About 818 m in a straight line, between Riccarton and Fendalton in Canterbury.
How do Christchurch Boys' High School and Medbury Preparatory School rank in Canterbury?
Christchurch Boys' High School is 12th of 57 and Medbury Preparatory School is unranked among secondary (year 9-15) schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).