Burlington Central High School vs Central Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ontario, Canada, 115 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burlington Central High School
Burlington · Public secondary · Grades 9-12
865 students
Central Public School
Burlington · Public elementary · Grades JK-6
380 students
| Measure | Burlington Central High School Burlington, Ontario | Central Public School Burlington, Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 65 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Province rank | #225 of 766 | #1835 of 3,871 |
| National rank | #225 of 766 | #1835 of 3,871 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Secondary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9-12 | Grades JK-6 |
| Students | 865 | 380 |
| Enrolment | 865 | 380 |
| EQAO Grade 3 | – | 75% |
| EQAO Grade 6 | – | 70% |
| EQAO Grade 9 maths | 56% | – |
| OSSLT pass rate | 91% | – |
| Low-income households | 8% | 10% |
| Parents without a credential | 1% | 0% |
| First language not English | 35% | 20% |
| Special education | 24% | 15% |
| Identified as gifted | 2% | 0% |
| FSA literacy score | – | – |
| FSA numeracy score | – | – |
| FSA Grade 4 literacy score | – | – |
| FSA Grade 4 numeracy score | – | – |
| FSA Grade 7 literacy score | – | – |
| FSA Grade 7 numeracy score | – | – |
| city or town | Burlington | Burlington |
| province | Ontario | Ontario |
| Website | bch.hdsb.ca | cen.hdsb.ca/ |
The verdict
- •Burlington Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (64.9 vs 52.5).
- •Burlington Central High School is the larger school with 865 students compared with 380.
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 Burlington Central High School better than Central Public School?
On the Success Index (Canada), Burlington Central High School ranks higher (64.9 vs 52.5 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 Burlington Central High School and Central Public School?
About 115 m in a straight line, between Burlington and Burlington in Ontario.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Burlington Central High School: 865. Central Public School: 380. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Burlington Central High School and Central Public School rank in Ontario?
Burlington Central High School is 225th of 766 and Central Public School is 1835th of 3,871 among secondary schools in Ontario on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).