Arden Elementary vs Lake Trail Community
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in British Columbia, Canada, 1.4 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arden Elementary
Courtenay · Public elementary
679 students
Lake Trail Community
Courtenay · Public middle
972 students
| Measure | Arden Elementary Courtenay, British Columbia | Lake Trail Community Courtenay, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 21 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Province rank | #1005 of 1,275 | #1008 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #1005 of 1,275 | #1008 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 679 | 972 |
| Enrolment | 679 | 972 |
| 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 | 432 |
| FSA numeracy score | 422 | 418 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 430 | – |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 422 | – |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | – | 432 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | – | 418 |
| city or town | Courtenay | Courtenay |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (Canada) scores (21.3 vs 21.0).
- •Lake Trail Community is the larger school with 972 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 Lake Trail Community?
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 Lake Trail Community?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Courtenay and Courtenay in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Arden Elementary: 679. Lake Trail Community: 972. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Arden Elementary and Lake Trail Community rank in British Columbia?
Arden Elementary is 1005th of 1,275 and Lake Trail Community is 1008th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).