James Whiteside Elementary vs Matthew McNair Secondary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 599 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Whiteside Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary
1,264 students
Matthew McNair Secondary
Richmond · Public elementary
2,078 students
| Measure | James Whiteside Elementary Richmond, British Columbia | Matthew McNair Secondary Richmond, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 59 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Province rank | #511 of 1,275 | – |
| National rank | #511 of 1,275 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 1,264 | 2,078 |
| Enrolment | 1,264 | 2,078 |
| 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 | 469 | – |
| FSA numeracy score | 479 | – |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 463 | – |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 437 | – |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | 476 | – |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | 521 | – |
| city or town | Richmond | Richmond |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Matthew McNair Secondary is the larger school with 2,078 students compared with 1,264.
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 Whiteside Elementary better than Matthew McNair Secondary?
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 James Whiteside Elementary and Matthew McNair Secondary?
About 599 m in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
James Whiteside Elementary: 1,264. Matthew McNair Secondary: 2,078. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do James Whiteside Elementary and Matthew McNair Secondary rank in British Columbia?
James Whiteside Elementary is 511th of 1,275 and Matthew McNair Secondary is unranked among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).