Deroche Elementary vs Nicholson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 433 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deroche Elementary
Deroche · Public elementary
188 students
Nicholson Elementary
Golden · Public elementary
186 students
| Measure | Deroche Elementary Deroche, British Columbia | Nicholson Elementary Golden, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 17 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Province rank | #1062 of 1,275 | #728 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #1062 of 1,275 | #728 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 188 | 186 |
| Enrolment | 188 | 186 |
| 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 | 437 | 463 |
| FSA numeracy score | 392 | 447 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 437 | 479 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 392 | 445 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | – | 446 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | – | 449 |
| city or town | Deroche | Golden |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nicholson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (43.4 vs 17.2).
- •Deroche Elementary is the larger school with 188 students compared with 186.
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 Deroche Elementary better than Nicholson Elementary?
On the Success Index (Canada), Nicholson Elementary ranks higher (43.4 vs 17.2 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 Deroche Elementary and Nicholson Elementary?
About 433 km in a straight line, between Deroche and Golden in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Deroche Elementary: 188. Nicholson Elementary: 186. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Deroche Elementary and Nicholson Elementary rank in British Columbia?
Deroche Elementary is 1062nd of 1,275 and Nicholson Elementary is 728th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).