Alexander Elementary vs Cowichan Open School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in British Columbia, Canada, 1.8 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Elementary
North Cowichan · Public elementary
889 students
Cowichan Open School
Duncan · Public secondary
188 students
| Measure | Alexander Elementary North Cowichan, British Columbia | Cowichan Open School Duncan, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 1 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Province rank | #1261 of 1,275 | – |
| National rank | #1261 of 1,275 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Secondary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 889 | 188 |
| Enrolment | 889 | 188 |
| 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 | 368 | – |
| FSA numeracy score | 315 | – |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 371 | – |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 318 | – |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | 366 | – |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | 313 | – |
| city or town | North Cowichan | Duncan |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alexander Elementary is the larger school with 889 students compared with 188.
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 Cowichan Open School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (Canada). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alexander Elementary and Cowichan Open School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between North Cowichan and Duncan in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Alexander Elementary: 889. Cowichan Open School: 188. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Alexander Elementary and Cowichan Open School rank in British Columbia?
Alexander Elementary is 1261st of 1,275 and Cowichan Open School is unranked among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).