North Ward School vs Paris District High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ontario, Canada, 944 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Ward School
Paris · Public elementary · Grades JK-8
505 students
Paris District High School
Paris · Public secondary · Grades 9-12
945 students
| Measure | North Ward School Paris, Ontario | Paris District High School Paris, Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 41 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Province rank | #2494 of 3,871 | #450 of 766 |
| National rank | #2494 of 3,871 | #450 of 766 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Secondary |
| Year range | Grades JK-8 | Grades 9-12 |
| Students | 505 | 945 |
| Enrolment | 505 | 945 |
| EQAO Grade 3 | 62.3% | – |
| EQAO Grade 6 | 68% | – |
| EQAO Grade 9 maths | – | 44% |
| OSSLT pass rate | – | 79% |
| Low-income households | 5% | 3% |
| Parents without a credential | 4% | 2% |
| First language not English | 14% | 3% |
| Special education | 8% | 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 | granderie.ca/northward/ | granderie.ca/pdhs/ |
The verdict
- •Paris District High School scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (43.6 vs 40.9).
- •Paris District High School is the larger school with 945 students compared with 505.
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 North Ward School better than Paris District High School?
On the Success Index (Canada), Paris District High School ranks higher (43.6 vs 40.9 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 North Ward School and Paris District High School?
About 944 m in a straight line, between Paris and Paris in Ontario.
Which has the better Enrolment?
North Ward School: 505. Paris District High School: 945. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do North Ward School and Paris District High School rank in Ontario?
North Ward School is 2494th of 3,871 and Paris District High School is 450th of 766 among elementary schools in Ontario on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).