Holy Cross Catholic School vs William Burgess Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ontario, Canada, 615 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holy Cross Catholic School
Toronto · Catholic elementary · Grades JK-8
340 students
William Burgess Elementary School
East York · Public elementary · Grades JK-5
365 students
| Measure | Holy Cross Catholic School Toronto, Ontario | William Burgess Elementary School East York, Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 41 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Province rank | #2471 of 3,871 | #2941 of 3,871 |
| National rank | #2471 of 3,871 | #2941 of 3,871 |
| Sector | Catholic | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades JK-8 | Grades JK-5 |
| Students | 340 | 365 |
| Enrolment | 340 | 365 |
| EQAO Grade 3 | 72% | 59% |
| EQAO Grade 6 | 74% | – |
| EQAO Grade 9 maths | – | – |
| OSSLT pass rate | – | – |
| Low-income households | 15% | 10% |
| Parents without a credential | 10% | 5% |
| First language not English | 30% | 20% |
| Special education | 15% | 10% |
| Identified as gifted | 0% | 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 | Toronto | East York |
| province | Ontario | Ontario |
| Website | holycross.tcdsb.org | www.tdsb.on.ca/MOSS/asp_apps/school_landing_page/index.asp?schno=1196 |
The verdict
- •Holy Cross Catholic School scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (41.2 vs 32.3).
- •Holy Cross Catholic School does better on eqao grade 3 (reading, writing, maths) (72% vs 59%).
- •William Burgess Elementary School is the larger school with 365 students compared with 340.
- •Holy Cross Catholic School is a catholic school while William Burgess Elementary School is a public 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 Holy Cross Catholic School better than William Burgess Elementary School?
On the Success Index (Canada), Holy Cross Catholic School ranks higher (41.2 vs 32.3 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 Holy Cross Catholic School and William Burgess Elementary School?
About 615 m in a straight line, between Toronto and East York in Ontario.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Holy Cross Catholic School: 340. William Burgess Elementary School: 365. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Holy Cross Catholic School and William Burgess Elementary School rank in Ontario?
Holy Cross Catholic School is 2471st of 3,871 and William Burgess Elementary School is 2941st of 3,871 among elementary schools in Ontario on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).