Fraser River Middle vs Purpose Independent Secondary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in British Columbia, Canada, 753 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fraser River Middle
New Westminster · Public middle
2,178 students
Purpose Independent Secondary School
New Westminster · Independent secondary
265 students
| Measure | Fraser River Middle New Westminster, British Columbia | Purpose Independent Secondary School New Westminster, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 38 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Province rank | #805 of 1,275 | – |
| National rank | #805 of 1,275 | – |
| Sector | Public | Independent |
| Type | Middle | Secondary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 2,178 | 265 |
| Enrolment | 2,178 | 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 | 453 | – |
| FSA numeracy score | 446 | – |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | – | – |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | – | – |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | 453 | – |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | 446 | – |
| city or town | New Westminster | New Westminster |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fraser River Middle is the larger school with 2,178 students compared with 265.
- •Fraser River Middle is a public school while Purpose Independent Secondary School 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 Fraser River Middle better than Purpose Independent Secondary School?
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 Fraser River Middle and Purpose Independent Secondary School?
About 753 m in a straight line, between New Westminster and New Westminster in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Fraser River Middle: 2,178. Purpose Independent Secondary School: 265. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Fraser River Middle and Purpose Independent Secondary School rank in British Columbia?
Fraser River Middle is 805th of 1,275 and Purpose Independent Secondary School is unranked among middle schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).