Holy Family School vs Paris District High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ontario, Canada, 424 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holy Family School
Paris · Catholic elementary · Grades JK-8
240 students
Paris District High School
Paris · Public secondary · Grades 9-12
945 students
| Measure | Holy Family School Paris, Ontario | Paris District High School Paris, Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 68 Top 25% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Province rank | #908 of 3,871 | #450 of 766 |
| National rank | #908 of 3,871 | #450 of 766 |
| Sector | Catholic | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Secondary |
| Year range | Grades JK-8 | Grades 9-12 |
| Students | 240 | 945 |
| Enrolment | 240 | 945 |
| EQAO Grade 3 | 84% | – |
| EQAO Grade 6 | 79.3% | – |
| EQAO Grade 9 maths | – | 44% |
| OSSLT pass rate | – | 79% |
| Low-income households | 5% | 3% |
| Parents without a credential | 5% | 2% |
| First language not English | 5% | 3% |
| Special education | 10% | 20% |
| Identified as gifted | 0% | 1% |
| 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 | Paris | Paris |
| province | Ontario | Ontario |
| Website | www.holyfamilyparis.ca/ | granderie.ca/pdhs/ |
The verdict
- •Holy Family School scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (68.2 vs 43.6).
- •Paris District High School is the larger school with 945 students compared with 240.
- •Holy Family School is a catholic school while Paris District High 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 Family School better than Paris District High School?
On the Success Index (Canada), Holy Family School ranks higher (68.2 vs 43.6 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 Holy Family School and Paris District High School?
About 424 m in a straight line, between Paris and Paris in Ontario.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Holy Family School: 240. Paris District High School: 945. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Holy Family School and Paris District High School rank in Ontario?
Holy Family School is 908th of 3,871 and Paris District High School is 450th of 766 among elementary schools in Ontario on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).