Polaris Montessori Elementary vs Westside Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in British Columbia, Canada, 2.8 km apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Polaris Montessori Elementary
Prince George · Public elementary
601 students
Westside Academy
Prince George · Independent elementary and secondary
297 students
| Measure | Polaris Montessori Elementary Prince George, British Columbia | Westside Academy Prince George, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 17 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| Province rank | #1074 of 1,275 | #495 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #1074 of 1,275 | #495 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Independent |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary and secondary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 601 | 297 |
| Enrolment | 601 | 297 |
| 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 | 431 | 478 |
| FSA numeracy score | 402 | 471 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 393 | 469 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 392 | 468 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | 469 | 487 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | 412 | 473 |
| city or town | Prince George | Prince George |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westside Academy scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (61.0 vs 16.6).
- •Polaris Montessori Elementary is the larger school with 601 students compared with 297.
- •Polaris Montessori Elementary is a public school while Westside Academy 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 Polaris Montessori Elementary better than Westside Academy?
On the Success Index (Canada), Westside Academy ranks higher (61.0 vs 16.6 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 Polaris Montessori Elementary and Westside Academy?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Prince George and Prince George in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Polaris Montessori Elementary: 601. Westside Academy: 297. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Polaris Montessori Elementary and Westside Academy rank in British Columbia?
Polaris Montessori Elementary is 1074th of 1,275 and Westside Academy is 495th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).