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Rating
5.2
5-year avg
4.7
Rank
697/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Chimney Hill Elementary is a vibrant, diverse, and well-supported community school with strong extracurriculars, though its academic metrics remain below the provincial average.
Editorial review summary
Publicly available parent reviews are limited, but community discussions and school profiles highlight the school's large, culturally diverse student body. Parents frequently praise the highly active Parent Advisory Council (PAC), which has successfully fundraised for playground expansions, technology (iPads and computer labs), and library resources. Some community forums show parents inquiring about school transfers and diversity to ensure a supportive environment, reflecting typical concerns in large, growing schools. Overall, the school is perceived as having a collaborative culture with dedicated staff.
Common positives
- Strong and active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) that heavily supports school resources and facilities.
- Excellent Fine Arts program offering choral, instrumental, dance, and visual arts.
- Wide variety of extracurricular athletics and intramural sports.
- Culturally diverse environment that promotes inclusivity.
- Focus on technology integration in classrooms with dedicated equipment.
Common concerns
- Below-average Fraser Institute academic rating (5.2/10) compared to the provincial average.
- Large student population (over 700 students) may lead to a busy environment and potential overcrowding.
- Limited public reviews make it harder to gauge everyday parent satisfaction independently.
Who this school may fit
Families looking for a school with a strong sense of community, active parent involvement, and excellent arts and sports programs will find Chimney Hill Elementary appealing. However, parents who prioritize top-tier academic rankings may want to supplement their child's learning at home or explore other options, given the school's historical Fraser Institute ratings. It is a solid choice for families valuing diversity and a well-rounded extracurricular experience.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Chimney Hill Elementary currently holds a Fraser Institute rating of 5.2/10, ranking 697 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. The school's academic performance has shown some fluctuation but generally trends in the middle-to-lower tier provincially, with a previous 5-year average of 4.7/10. Its recent rating history (4.7, 3.9, 5.2, 4.7, 5.2) indicates a slight improvement and stabilization around the 5.2 mark. To support student learning, the school focuses on early literacy intervention and hands-on numeracy programs.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
School-run details
Special programs
Standard BC CurriculumFine Arts Program (Choral, Instrumental, Dance, Visual Arts)Extracurricular Athletics (Cross Country, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Badminton, Track and Field)Student Leadership (Student Council, Rick Hansen Awards)Early Literacy InterventionTechnology Integration
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Where is Chimney Hill Elementary located?+
Chimney Hill Elementary is located at 14755 74 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3S 8Y8 in Surrey.
Does Chimney Hill Elementary have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan currently tracks 1 programs that explicitly serve this school and 0 nearby after-school options.
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Chimney Hill Elementary school information
Chimney Hill Elementary is a elementary school in Surrey. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 1 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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Researched: 2026-09-28
The AI summary uses public sources. Public parent commentary is separate from parent reports submitted to InsideVan. Ratings and history are supplied by our database.
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Fraser Institute · 2026 report
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