Kirkbride Elementary vs R. C. Talmey Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 17 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kirkbride Elementary
Surrey · Public elementary
1,111 students
R. C. Talmey Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary
1,111 students
| Measure | Kirkbride Elementary Surrey, British Columbia | R. C. Talmey Elementary Richmond, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 5 Lower 50% | 82 Top 25% |
| Province rank | #1223 of 1,275 | #217 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #1223 of 1,275 | #217 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 1,111 | 1,111 |
| Enrolment | 1,111 | 1,111 |
| 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 | 391 | 499 |
| FSA numeracy score | 383 | 512 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 379 | 512 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 416 | 520 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | 403 | 486 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | 349 | 504 |
| city or town | Surrey | Richmond |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R. C. Talmey Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (81.9 vs 5.3).
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 Kirkbride Elementary better than R. C. Talmey Elementary?
On the Success Index (Canada), R. C. Talmey Elementary ranks higher (81.9 vs 5.3 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 Kirkbride Elementary and R. C. Talmey Elementary?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Surrey and Richmond in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Kirkbride Elementary: 1,111. R. C. Talmey Elementary: 1,111. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Kirkbride Elementary and R. C. Talmey Elementary rank in British Columbia?
Kirkbride Elementary is 1223rd of 1,275 and R. C. Talmey Elementary is 217th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).