Arden Elementary vs Georges P. Vanier Secondary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in British Columbia, Canada, 4.2 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arden Elementary
Courtenay · Public elementary
679 students
Georges P. Vanier Secondary
Courtenay · Public secondary
4,265 students
| Measure | Arden Elementary Courtenay, British Columbia | Georges P. Vanier Secondary Courtenay, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 21 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Province rank | #1005 of 1,275 | – |
| National rank | #1005 of 1,275 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Secondary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 679 | 4,265 |
| Enrolment | 679 | 4,265 |
| 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 | – |
| FSA numeracy score | 422 | – |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 430 | – |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 422 | – |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | – | – |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | – | – |
| city or town | Courtenay | Courtenay |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Georges P. Vanier Secondary is the larger school with 4,265 students compared with 679.
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 Georges P. Vanier Secondary?
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 Arden Elementary and Georges P. Vanier Secondary?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Courtenay and Courtenay in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Arden Elementary: 679. Georges P. Vanier Secondary: 4,265. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Arden Elementary and Georges P. Vanier Secondary rank in British Columbia?
Arden Elementary is 1005th of 1,275 and Georges P. Vanier Secondary is unranked among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).