Christchurch East School vs Kingslea School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 1.0 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Christchurch East School
Christchurch Central ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
301 students
Kingslea School
Richmond ยท State special school
117 students
| Measure | Christchurch East School Christchurch Central, Canterbury | Kingslea School Richmond, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 59 Top 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #102 of 187 | โ |
| National rank | #653 of 1,559 | โ |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Special School |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | โ |
| Students | 301 | 117 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 454 | 569 |
| Total roll | 301 | 117 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 13% | 45.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 13.6% | 76.1% |
| Pacific students | 11% | 14.5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Christchurch Central | Richmond |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.chcheast.school.nz | www.kingslea.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขChristchurch East School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (454 vs 569).
- โขChristchurch East School does better on roll size (301 vs 117).
- โขKingslea School does better on roll growth (5 years) (45.8% vs 13%).
- โขChristchurch East School is the larger school with 301 students compared with 117.
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 East School better than Kingslea 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 East School and Kingslea School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Christchurch Central and Richmond in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Christchurch East School: 454. Kingslea School: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Christchurch East School and Kingslea School rank in Canterbury?
Christchurch East School is 102nd of 187 and Kingslea School is unranked among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).