Alexander Elementary vs Columbia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 204 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Elementary
Abbotsford · Public elementary
941 students
Columbia Elementary
Penticton · Public elementary
942 students
| Measure | Alexander Elementary Abbotsford, British Columbia | Columbia Elementary Penticton, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 10 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Province rank | #1178 of 1,275 | #813 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #1178 of 1,275 | #813 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 941 | 942 |
| Enrolment | 941 | 942 |
| EQAO Grade 3 | – | – |
| EQAO Grade 6 | – | – |
| EQAO Grade 9 maths | – | – |
| OSSLT pass rate | – | – |
| Low-income households | – | – |
| Parents without a credential | – | – |
| First language not English | – | – |
| Special education | – | – |
| Identified as gifted | – | – |
| FSA literacy score | 413 | 453 |
| FSA numeracy score | 390 | 445 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 413 | 453 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 390 | 445 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | – | – |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | – | – |
| city or town | Abbotsford | Penticton |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (37.3 vs 9.6).
- •Columbia Elementary is the larger school with 942 students compared with 941.
The Success Index (Canada) 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 Alexander Elementary better than Columbia Elementary?
On the Success Index (Canada), Columbia Elementary ranks higher (37.3 vs 9.6 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 Alexander Elementary and Columbia Elementary?
About 204 km in a straight line, between Abbotsford and Penticton in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Alexander Elementary: 941. Columbia Elementary: 942. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Alexander Elementary and Columbia Elementary rank in British Columbia?
Alexander Elementary is 1178th of 1,275 and Columbia Elementary is 813th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).