Douglas Elementary vs St John Paul II Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in British Columbia, Canada, 4.6 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Douglas Elementary
Surrey · Public elementary
1,588 students
St John Paul II Academy
Surrey · Independent secondary
423 students
| Measure | Douglas Elementary Surrey, British Columbia | St John Paul II Academy Surrey, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 50 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Province rank | #646 of 1,275 | – |
| National rank | #646 of 1,275 | – |
| Sector | Public | Independent |
| Type | Elementary | Secondary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 1,588 | 423 |
| Enrolment | 1,588 | 423 |
| 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 | 461 | – |
| FSA numeracy score | 465 | – |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 456 | – |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 477 | – |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | 466 | – |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | 453 | – |
| city or town | Surrey | Surrey |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Douglas Elementary is the larger school with 1,588 students compared with 423.
- •Douglas Elementary is a public school while St John Paul II 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 Douglas Elementary better than St John Paul II 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 Douglas Elementary and St John Paul II Academy?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Surrey and Surrey in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Douglas Elementary: 1,588. St John Paul II Academy: 423. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Douglas Elementary and St John Paul II Academy rank in British Columbia?
Douglas Elementary is 646th of 1,275 and St John Paul II Academy is unranked among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).