Arden Elementary vs Cedar Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 112 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arden Elementary
Courtenay · Public elementary
679 students
Cedar Grove Elementary
Gibsons · Public elementary
679 students
| Measure | Arden Elementary Courtenay, British Columbia | Cedar Grove Elementary Gibsons, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 21 Lower 50% | 81 Top 25% |
| Province rank | #1005 of 1,275 | #231 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #1005 of 1,275 | #231 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 679 | 679 |
| Enrolment | 679 | 679 |
| 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 | 430 | 510 |
| FSA numeracy score | 422 | 497 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 430 | 536 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 422 | 527 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | – | 483 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | – | 467 |
| city or town | Courtenay | Gibsons |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cedar Grove Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (80.5 vs 21.3).
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 Arden Elementary better than Cedar Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (Canada), Cedar Grove Elementary ranks higher (80.5 vs 21.3 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 Arden Elementary and Cedar Grove Elementary?
About 112 km in a straight line, between Courtenay and Gibsons in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Arden Elementary: 679. Cedar Grove Elementary: 679. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Arden Elementary and Cedar Grove Elementary rank in British Columbia?
Arden Elementary is 1005th of 1,275 and Cedar Grove Elementary is 231st of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).