Highlands Elementary vs St Mary's Catholic Independent
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 1.5 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands Elementary
Cranbrook · Public elementary
939 students
St Mary's Catholic Independent
Cranbrook · Independent elementary
344 students
| Measure | Highlands Elementary Cranbrook, British Columbia | St Mary's Catholic Independent Cranbrook, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 18 Lower 50% | 89 Top 25% |
| Province rank | #1049 of 1,275 | #128 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #1049 of 1,275 | #128 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Independent |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 939 | 344 |
| Enrolment | 939 | 344 |
| 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 | 400 | 515 |
| FSA numeracy score | 435 | 536 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 400 | 515 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 435 | 536 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | – | – |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | – | – |
| city or town | Cranbrook | Cranbrook |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •St Mary's Catholic Independent scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (88.8 vs 18.0).
- •Highlands Elementary is the larger school with 939 students compared with 344.
- •Highlands Elementary is a public school while St Mary's Catholic Independent 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 Highlands Elementary better than St Mary's Catholic Independent?
On the Success Index (Canada), St Mary's Catholic Independent ranks higher (88.8 vs 18.0 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 Highlands Elementary and St Mary's Catholic Independent?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Cranbrook and Cranbrook in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Highlands Elementary: 939. St Mary's Catholic Independent: 344. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Highlands Elementary and St Mary's Catholic Independent rank in British Columbia?
Highlands Elementary is 1049th of 1,275 and St Mary's Catholic Independent is 128th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).