Marie Sharpe Elementary vs Sacred Heart Catholic School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in British Columbia, Canada, 148 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marie Sharpe Elementary
Williams Lake · Public elementary
646 students
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Williams Lake · Independent elementary
350 students
| Measure | Marie Sharpe Elementary Williams Lake, British Columbia | Sacred Heart Catholic School Williams Lake, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 19 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Province rank | #1036 of 1,275 | #886 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #1036 of 1,275 | #886 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Independent |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 646 | 350 |
| Enrolment | 646 | 350 |
| 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 | 446 | 443 |
| FSA numeracy score | 382 | 440 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 446 | 443 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 382 | 477 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | – | 444 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | – | 404 |
| city or town | Williams Lake | Williams Lake |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sacred Heart Catholic School scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (31.8 vs 18.8).
- •Marie Sharpe Elementary is the larger school with 646 students compared with 350.
- •Marie Sharpe Elementary is a public school while Sacred Heart Catholic School 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 Marie Sharpe Elementary better than Sacred Heart Catholic School?
On the Success Index (Canada), Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks higher (31.8 vs 18.8 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 Marie Sharpe Elementary and Sacred Heart Catholic School?
About 148 m in a straight line, between Williams Lake and Williams Lake in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Marie Sharpe Elementary: 646. Sacred Heart Catholic School: 350. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Marie Sharpe Elementary and Sacred Heart Catholic School rank in British Columbia?
Marie Sharpe Elementary is 1036th of 1,275 and Sacred Heart Catholic School is 886th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).