Christchurch East School vs The Cathedral Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 1.6 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
The Cathedral Grammar School
Christchurch ยท Private full primary ยท Years 1โ8
254 students
| Measure | Christchurch East School Christchurch Central, Canterbury | The Cathedral Grammar School Christchurch, 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 | Private |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 301 | 254 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 454 | โ |
| Total roll | 301 | 254 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 13% | 2.6% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 13.6% | 2.8% |
| Pacific students | 11% | 0.8% |
| International students | 0% | 2.8% |
| suburb or town | Christchurch Central | Christchurch |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.chcheast.school.nz | www.cathedralgrammar.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขChristchurch East School does better on roll size (301 vs 254).
- โขChristchurch East School does better on roll growth (5 years) (13% vs 2.6%).
- โขChristchurch East School is the larger school with 301 students compared with 254.
- โขChristchurch East School is a state school while The Cathedral Grammar 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 East School better than The Cathedral Grammar 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 The Cathedral Grammar School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Christchurch Central and Christchurch in Canterbury.
How do Christchurch East School and The Cathedral Grammar School rank in Canterbury?
Christchurch East School is 102nd of 187 and The Cathedral Grammar School is unranked among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).