Arbutus Global Middle School vs Maria Montessori Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 902 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arbutus Global Middle School
Victoria · Public elementary
1,401 students
Maria Montessori Academy
Victoria · Independent elementary
732 students
| Measure | Arbutus Global Middle School Victoria, British Columbia | Maria Montessori Academy Victoria, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 83 Top 25% | 83 Top 25% |
| Province rank | #204 of 1,275 | #199 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #204 of 1,275 | #199 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Independent |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 1,401 | 732 |
| Enrolment | 1,401 | 732 |
| 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 | 498 | 530 |
| FSA numeracy score | 518 | 494 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | – | 524 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | – | 524 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | 498 | 535 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | 518 | 465 |
| city or town | Victoria | Victoria |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (Canada) scores (82.7 vs 82.9).
- •Arbutus Global Middle School is the larger school with 1,401 students compared with 732.
- •Arbutus Global Middle School is a public school while Maria Montessori Academy is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Arbutus Global Middle School better than Maria Montessori Academy?
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 Arbutus Global Middle School and Maria Montessori Academy?
About 902 m in a straight line, between Victoria and Victoria in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Arbutus Global Middle School: 1,401. Maria Montessori Academy: 732. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Arbutus Global Middle School and Maria Montessori Academy rank in British Columbia?
Arbutus Global Middle School is 204th of 1,275 and Maria Montessori Academy is 199th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).