James McKinney Elementary vs John G Diefenbaker Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 861 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James McKinney Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary
1,235 students
John G Diefenbaker Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary
1,101 students
| Measure | James McKinney Elementary Richmond, British Columbia | John G Diefenbaker Elementary Richmond, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 89 Top 25% | 91 Top 10% |
| Province rank | #132 of 1,275 | #102 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #132 of 1,275 | #102 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 1,235 | 1,101 |
| Enrolment | 1,235 | 1,101 |
| 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 | 505 | 509 |
| FSA numeracy score | 556 | 569 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 485 | 497 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 551 | 563 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | 526 | 521 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | 560 | 575 |
| city or town | Richmond | Richmond |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John G Diefenbaker Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (90.6 vs 88.6).
- •James McKinney Elementary is the larger school with 1,235 students compared with 1,101.
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 James McKinney Elementary better than John G Diefenbaker Elementary?
On the Success Index (Canada), John G Diefenbaker Elementary ranks higher (90.6 vs 88.6 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 James McKinney Elementary and John G Diefenbaker Elementary?
About 861 m in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
James McKinney Elementary: 1,235. John G Diefenbaker Elementary: 1,101. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do James McKinney Elementary and John G Diefenbaker Elementary rank in British Columbia?
James McKinney Elementary is 132nd of 1,275 and John G Diefenbaker Elementary is 102nd of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).