Herbert Spencer Elementary vs Kerrisdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 19 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herbert Spencer Elementary
New Westminster · Public elementary
1,410 students
Kerrisdale Elementary
Vancouver · Public elementary
1,410 students
| Measure | Herbert Spencer Elementary New Westminster, British Columbia | Kerrisdale Elementary Vancouver, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 67 Top 50% | 89 Top 10% |
| Province rank | #404 of 1,275 | #120 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #404 of 1,275 | #120 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 1,410 | 1,410 |
| Enrolment | 1,410 | 1,410 |
| 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 | 477 | 521 |
| FSA numeracy score | 489 | 530 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 477 | 490 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 489 | 490 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | – | 553 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | – | 569 |
| city or town | New Westminster | Vancouver |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kerrisdale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (89.2 vs 66.6).
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 Herbert Spencer Elementary better than Kerrisdale Elementary?
On the Success Index (Canada), Kerrisdale Elementary ranks higher (89.2 vs 66.6 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 Herbert Spencer Elementary and Kerrisdale Elementary?
About 19 km in a straight line, between New Westminster and Vancouver in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Herbert Spencer Elementary: 1,410. Kerrisdale Elementary: 1,410. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Herbert Spencer Elementary and Kerrisdale Elementary rank in British Columbia?
Herbert Spencer Elementary is 404th of 1,275 and Kerrisdale Elementary is 120th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).