South Nelson Elementary vs St Joseph School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in British Columbia, Canada, 361 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Nelson Elementary
Nelson · Public elementary
560 students
St Joseph School
Nelson · Independent elementary and secondary
479 students
| Measure | South Nelson Elementary Nelson, British Columbia | St Joseph School Nelson, British Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 59 Top 50% | 93 Top 10% |
| Province rank | #522 of 1,275 | #79 of 1,275 |
| National rank | #522 of 1,275 | #79 of 1,275 |
| Sector | Public | Independent |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary and secondary |
| Year range | – | – |
| Students | 560 | 479 |
| Enrolment | 560 | 479 |
| 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 | 461 | 535 |
| FSA numeracy score | 490 | 554 |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | 461 | 535 |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | 490 | 552 |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | – | 535 |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | – | 557 |
| city or town | Nelson | Nelson |
| province | British Columbia | British Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •St Joseph School scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (93.2 vs 58.7).
- •South Nelson Elementary is the larger school with 560 students compared with 479.
- •South Nelson Elementary is a public school while St Joseph 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 South Nelson Elementary better than St Joseph School?
On the Success Index (Canada), St Joseph School ranks higher (93.2 vs 58.7 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 South Nelson Elementary and St Joseph School?
About 361 m in a straight line, between Nelson and Nelson in British Columbia.
Which has the better Enrolment?
South Nelson Elementary: 560. St Joseph School: 479. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do South Nelson Elementary and St Joseph School rank in British Columbia?
South Nelson Elementary is 522nd of 1,275 and St Joseph School is 79th of 1,275 among elementary schools in British Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).