Golden Ears Elementary vs St Patrick's
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 1.3 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Ears Elementary
Maple Ridge ยท Public elementary
2,017 students
St Patrick's
Maple Ridge ยท Independent elementary
706 students
| Measure | Golden Ears Elementary Maple Ridge, British Columbia | St Patrick's Maple Ridge, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 40 Lower 50% | 83 Top 25% |
| Province rank | #765 of 1,275 | #197 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #765 of 1,275 | #197 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Independent |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | โ | โ |
| Students | 2,017 | 706 |
| Enrolment | 2,017 | 706 |
| EQAO Grade 3 | โ | โ |
| EQAO Grade 6 | โ | โ |
| EQAO Grade 9 maths | โ | โ |
| OSSLT pass rate | โ | โ |
| Low-income households | โ | โ |
| Parents without a credential | โ | โ |
| First language not English | โ | โ |
| Special education | โ | โ |
| Identified as gifted | โ | โ |
| FSA literacy score | 462 | 518 |
| FSA numeracy score | 438 | 502 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 453 | 517 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 451 | 525 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | 471 | 519 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | 426 | 479 |
| city or town | Maple Ridge | Maple Ridge |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขSt Patrick's scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (83.1 vs 40.3).
- โขGolden Ears Elementary is the larger school with 2,017 students compared with 706.
- โขGolden Ears Elementary is a public school while St Patrick's 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 Golden Ears Elementary better than St Patrick's?
On the Success Index (Canada), St Patrick's ranks higher (83.1 vs 40.3 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 Golden Ears Elementary and St Patrick's?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Maple Ridge and Maple Ridge in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Golden Ears Elementary: 2,017. St Patrick's: 706. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Golden Ears Elementary and St Patrick's rank in British Columbia?
Golden Ears Elementary is 765th of 1,275 and St Patrick's is 197th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).