Schools in Rangiora
Canterbury · New Zealand
There are 12 schools in and around Rangiora (Canterbury) — 10 primary, 2 secondary. Ashley Rakahuri School is the highest-scoring on the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite, which compares every school against its EQI peer group. Each profile is source-linked to Education Counts, ERO and the Ministry of Education.
12 schools · refreshed from Education Counts 2026-07-12. Full methodology.
Browse Rangiora schools by suburb
5 Rangiora suburbs have their own schools page.
Schools in Rangiora ranked by value-added score
The SchoolsNearMe composite scores every level against its EQI peer group, so it surfaces schools that get the most out of their students — not just the most advantaged intake. How it's calculated.
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Wellbeing100Trajectory47ERO review84 - View profile →
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Wellbeing100Trajectory38ERO review85 - View profile →
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Wellbeing100Trajectory49ERO review75 - View profile →
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Wellbeing100Trajectory41ERO review75 - View profile →
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Wellbeing90Trajectory36ERO review83 - View profile →
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Wellbeing74Trajectory54ERO review80 - View profile →
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Wellbeing82Trajectory46ERO review75 - View profile →
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Academic71Outcomes49Retention70Wellbeing72Trajectory52ERO review84 - View profile →
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Academic82Outcomes17Retention71Wellbeing83Trajectory56ERO review85 - View profile →
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Wellbeing0Trajectory100ERO review78 - View profile →
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Wellbeing45Trajectory5ERO review85 - View profile →
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Wellbeing5Trajectory27ERO review75
What the record says about Rangiora schools
Plain-language summaries distilled from each school's ERO reports and Ministry records. Every claim is source-linked on the school's profile.
Ashley Rakahuri School
Ashley Rakahuri School's December 2024 ERO review found most students achieve at or above curriculum expectations in reading, writing and mathematics, with a strong sense of belonging supported by inclusive practices. Leaders effectively foster a culture of high-quality teaching and continuous improvement. The school has a composite score of 84.
Full source-linked profile →West Eyreton School
West Eyreton School appointed a new principal in 2022 and is part of the Puketeraki Rangiora Kāhui Ako network. The school demonstrates high-quality teaching and learning that supports student progress across the curriculum, and benefits from a supportive community and strong school culture. With effective leadership focused on ongoing improvement, the school has achieved a composite score of 85.
Full source-linked profile →Tūtira Ashgrove School
Tūtira Ashgrove School has strong curriculum achievement in reading, writing and mathematics across most learners including Māori students. The school is noted for relational trust between staff and learners, inclusive wellbeing practices, and a focus on building teacher capability. While attendance is above the national average, the school has not yet met the Ministry of Education's national attendance target.
Full source-linked profile →St Joseph's School (Rangiora)
St Joseph's School's most recent ERO review in December 2023 found consistent, positive achievement data showing students have a strong basis for learning. Teachers demonstrate willingness to grow their practice to support student agency, and virtues and faith are strongly embedded, providing a firm foundation for new teaching approaches.
Full source-linked profile →Fernside School
Fernside School's April 2023 ERO review found the board attested to meeting regulatory and legislative requirements across all areas. One non-compliance area was identified regarding workforce safety checking documentation, which the board has since addressed. The school has no current Ministry of Education intervention.
Full source-linked profile →Rangiora High School
Rangiora High School is rebuilding its international student programme with a new international department team as of 2023. The experienced International Director reports directly to the Board, providing strong governance oversight of student wellbeing and engagement. International students report feeling welcome and developing positive relationships with staff and peers, while the school supports students in making appropriate pathway choices and succeeding academically.
Full source-linked profile →Rangiora New Life School
Rangiora New Life School is a composite school with a roll of 472 students. An ERO review in May 2024 found the school has well-established processes for reviewing provision for international students and Code compliance, with strong governance and leadership oversight. The school provides effective settlement and integration support for international students. The school has a composite score of 85.
Full source-linked profile →Te Matauru Primary
Te Matauru Primary's 2024 ERO review found most students meet curriculum expectations in reading, writing and mathematics, with collaborative leadership and well-established restorative practices supporting student wellbeing. The school's mathematics extension programmes strengthen learner engagement. However, the school is not yet meeting the Ministry of Education's 2024 attendance target. The school's composite score is 78.
Full source-linked profile →Rangiora Borough School
Rangiora Borough School's Board of Trustees confirmed in their April 2024 assurance review that the school meets all regulatory and legislative requirements, with Board Administration and Curriculum requirements confirmed. No composite achievement score was available at the time of this summary.
Full source-linked profile →Southbrook School
Southbrook School's most recent ERO review (June 2024) found that achievement is improving over time, with the majority of learners meeting expected curriculum levels in literacy and mathematics. Leadership has developed a supportive, strengths-based school culture with high levels of relational trust, fostering quality teaching and equity in learner outcomes. The school's composite score is 75.
Full source-linked profile →Frequently asked questions about Rangiora schools
What schools are in Rangiora?
Rangiora has 12 schools on our records (10 primary, 2 secondary): Rangiora High School, Rangiora New Life School, Te Matauru Primary, Tūtira Ashgrove School, Ashley Rakahuri School, Fernside School, Loburn School Te Kura Aromauka, Rangiora Borough School, Southbrook School, Te Koromiko Swannanoa School, West Eyreton School, St Joseph's School (Rangiora). Every school links to a source-backed profile with ERO history, NCEA results and audited financials.
What is the best school in Rangiora?
On the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite — which scores each school against its EQI peer group across all year levels — Ashley Rakahuri School ranks highest among Rangiora schools (80/100). On NCEA and University Entrance results, Rangiora New Life School leads the local secondary schools. "Best" depends on what you value — compare profiles to weigh academic results, ERO trajectory, retention and wellbeing.
What is the school zone for Rangiora?
Many New Zealand state schools operate an enrolment zone (home zone), so your home address — not just the suburb — determines which in-zone state schools you can enrol at. Living in Rangiora does not guarantee a place at any particular school. Check each school's current zone with the school directly or use our by-address tool to see which schools cover a specific Rangiora address.
Decile or EQI — how are Rangiora schools rated for socio-economic need?
New Zealand replaced the decile system with the Equity Index (EQI) in 2023. A lower EQI means a more socio-economically advantaged community; a higher EQI means greater need. EQI is a funding tool, not a quality measure — a high-EQI school can outperform a low-EQI one. The SchoolsNearMe composite controls for EQI so a school serving a more disadvantaged community isn't unfairly penalised.
Source data: Education Counts (NCEA, retention, destinations, discipline, funding) · Ministry of Education (roll, EQI, identity) · Education Review Office (reviews).