Rating
3.4
5-year avg
3.3
Rank
963/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Bear Creek Elementary is a highly inclusive, community-oriented school that provides essential support services and diverse extracurricular opportunities to its students. However, its consistently low academic rankings may be a significant drawback for families prioritizing standardized academic performance.
Editorial review summary
Publicly available parent reviews for Bear Creek Elementary are very limited. Based on community discussions and school profiles, it can be reasonably inferred that families appreciate the school's welcoming, diverse environment and the dedication of its long-serving staff. The essential support programs, such as the breakfast and lunch initiatives, are highly valued by the community. While explicit negative reviews are scarce, the school's low academic rankings and the socio-economic challenges present in the surrounding area may be underlying concerns for prospective parents.
Common positives
- Strong community support initiatives, including daily breakfast and lunch programs.
- Specialized district offerings such as the Hard of Hearing Program and Strong Start for early learners.
- Good variety of extracurriculars (band, mentorship programs) and athletics (soccer, volleyball, basketball, track).
- Facilities have received recent provincial funding for seismic upgrades.
- Dedicated staff with a focus on inclusivity and social-emotional learning.
Common concerns
- Very low Fraser Institute academic rating (3.4/10) and provincial rank (963/1032).
- The surrounding community faces socio-economic challenges, requiring the school to focus heavily on basic needs interventions.
- Limited public parent reviews make it difficult to gauge overall community satisfaction.
Who this school may fit
This school is recommended for families who value a supportive, diverse community environment, require specialized district programs, or appreciate a strong focus on social-emotional learning. Families who are strictly focused on high academic metrics may want to explore other options or be prepared to supplement their child's education with at-home tutoring.
Ratings and data
Academic information
According to the Fraser Institute, Bear Creek Elementary has an overall rating of 3.4/10, ranking 963 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. The school's five-year average rating is 3.3, with a historical trend of 4, 2.4, 3, 3.9, and 3.4. These figures indicate that the school's academic performance on provincial standardized tests is consistently below the provincial average. However, the school places a strong emphasis on interactive learning, social responsibility, and inclusive education. Programs like early literacy interventions and 'Classroom Champions' are utilized to foster a growth mindset and support student development beyond standardized metrics.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
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Bear Creek Elementary is located at 13780 80 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 7X6 in Surrey.
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Bear Creek Elementary school information
Bear Creek Elementary is a elementary school in Surrey. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 0 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
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AI research sources
Researched: 2026-09-28
- Bear Creek - Surrey Schools
- About - Bear Creek Elementary
- In Surrey, school programs to feed kids face increasing need | Vancouver Sun
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