Overview
Wharenui School is a state full primary school in Riccarton, Canterbury. It is a co-educational school. The school has 391 students on the roll. Its Equity Index (EQI) is 457 (average equity need). The school has an enrolment scheme (zone). It is located in the Christchurch City territorial authority.
Source: Ministry of Education (2026)
Key Facts
AuthorityState
School TypeFull Primary
Co-Ed StatusCo-Educational
Enrolment SchemeYes (Zoned)
Territorial AuthorityChristchurch City
RegionCanterbury
Urban/RuralMajor urban area
Postcode8041
MoE School ID3591
Student Demographics
Total Roll391
European/Pakeha18.7%
Maori16.6%
Pacific9.2%
Asian60.9%
Ethnicity Distribution
Source: Ministry of Education (2026)
Equity Index (EQI)
The Equity Index replaced the decile system in 2023. It measures the socio-economic context of a school's student community. A higher EQI indicates greater equity need (more disadvantaged). The national average is approximately 463.
School EQI457
National Avg463
Contextaverage equity need
Source: Ministry of Education EQI (2026)