Dragon Lake Elementary vs South Nelson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 527 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dragon Lake Elementary
Quesnel · Public elementary
563 students
South Nelson Elementary
Nelson · Public elementary
560 students
| Measure | Dragon Lake Elementary Quesnel, British Columbia | South Nelson Elementary Nelson, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 7 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| Province rank | #1205 of 1,275 | #522 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #1205 of 1,275 | #522 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 563 | 560 |
| Enrolment | 563 | 560 |
| 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 | 371 | 461 |
| FSA numeracy score | 402 | 490 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 401 | 461 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 416 | 490 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | 341 | – |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | 388 | – |
| city or town | Quesnel | Nelson |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Nelson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (58.7 vs 7.4).
- •Dragon Lake Elementary is the larger school with 563 students compared with 560.
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 Dragon Lake Elementary better than South Nelson Elementary?
On the Success Index (Canada), South Nelson Elementary ranks higher (58.7 vs 7.4 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 Dragon Lake Elementary and South Nelson Elementary?
About 527 km in a straight line, between Quesnel and Nelson in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Dragon Lake Elementary: 563. South Nelson Elementary: 560. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Dragon Lake Elementary and South Nelson Elementary rank in British Columbia?
Dragon Lake Elementary is 1205th of 1,275 and South Nelson Elementary is 522nd of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).