Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School vs Parkview Alternative School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ontario, Canada, 760 m apart, using official Canadian 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School
Scarborough · Catholic elementary · Grades JK-8
320 students
Parkview Alternative School
Scarborough · Public secondary · Grades 9-12
60 students
| Measure | Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School Scarborough, Ontario | Parkview Alternative School Scarborough, Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (Canada) | 49 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Province rank | #2038 of 3,871 | #614 of 766 |
| National rank | #2038 of 3,871 | #614 of 766 |
| Sector | Catholic | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Secondary |
| Year range | Grades JK-8 | Grades 9-12 |
| Students | 320 | 60 |
| Enrolment | 320 | 60 |
| EQAO Grade 3 | 70% | – |
| EQAO Grade 6 | 82% | – |
| EQAO Grade 9 maths | – | – |
| OSSLT pass rate | – | – |
| Low-income households | 15% | 10% |
| Parents without a credential | 10% | 10% |
| First language not English | 20% | 30% |
| Special education | 10% | 40% |
| 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 | Scarborough | Scarborough |
| province | Ontario | Ontario |
| Website | ourladyofwisdom.tcdsb.org | www.tdsb.on.ca/MOSS/asp_apps/school_landing_page/index.asp?schno=4176&Status=L |
The verdict
- •Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School scores higher on the Success Index (Canada) (49.2 vs 27.0).
- •Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School is the larger school with 320 students compared with 60.
- •Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School is a catholic school while Parkview Alternative 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 Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School better than Parkview Alternative School?
On the Success Index (Canada), Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School ranks higher (49.2 vs 27.0 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 Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School and Parkview Alternative School?
About 760 m in a straight line, between Scarborough and Scarborough in Ontario.
Which has the better Enrolment?
Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School: 320. Parkview Alternative School: 60. Students enrolled in the latest published year.
How do Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School and Parkview Alternative School rank in Ontario?
Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School is 2038th of 3,871 and Parkview Alternative School is 614th of 766 among elementary schools in Ontario on the 2025 Success Index (Canada).