Rangiora Borough School vs Southbrook School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 2.0 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rangiora Borough School
Rangiora · State full primary · Years 1–8
331 students
Southbrook School
Rangiora · State full primary · Years 1–8
259 students
| Measure | Rangiora Borough School Rangiora, Canterbury | Southbrook School Rangiora, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 45 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #154 of 187 | #164 of 187 |
| National rank | #1008 of 1,559 | #1135 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–8 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 331 | 259 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 463 | 474 |
| Total roll | 331 | 259 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -36.2% | -18.3% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 5.4% | 14.3% |
| Pacific students | 10.6% | 2.3% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Rangiora | Rangiora |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | www.rangiora.school.nz | www.southbrook.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Rangiora Borough School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (44.6 vs 39.0).
- •Rangiora Borough School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (463 vs 474).
- •Rangiora Borough School does better on roll size (331 vs 259).
- •Southbrook School does better on roll growth (5 years) (-18.3% vs -36.2%).
- •Rangiora Borough School is the larger school with 331 students compared with 259.
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 Rangiora Borough School better than Southbrook School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Rangiora Borough School ranks higher (44.6 vs 39.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Rangiora Borough School and Southbrook School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Rangiora and Rangiora in Canterbury.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Rangiora Borough School: 463. Southbrook School: 474. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Rangiora Borough School and Southbrook School rank in Canterbury?
Rangiora Borough School is 154th of 187 and Southbrook School is 164th of 187 among full primary schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).