Rating
6.2
5-year avg
6.8
Rank
444/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Dogwood Elementary is a solid, community-oriented neighborhood school in the Fraser Heights area. While its recent academic ratings have dipped slightly, it offers a well-rounded elementary experience with good extracurricular options, technology access, and a dedicated staff.
Editorial review summary
Publicly available parent reviews for Dogwood Elementary are limited, so signals should be interpreted with care. Based on available community discussions, parents appreciate the school's caring staff, strong communication, and family-oriented environment. The school is noted for its active community involvement, including events like garage and craft sales to raise funds. Recently, there has been some online discussion regarding student protests over provincial inclusion (SOGI) policies, which reflects broader political debates in BC and drew mixed reactions from the community. Overall, it is perceived as a supportive, community-focused neighborhood school.
Common positives
- Strong sense of community with active parent involvement and fundraising events.
- Good variety of extracurriculars, including sports teams, clubs, and music programs (Grade 4 recorder and Grade 7 band).
- Located in the desirable Fraser Heights neighborhood.
- Active integration of technology into students' daily learning routines.
Common concerns
- Recent decline in Fraser Institute academic rating, dropping from 6.9 to 6.2.
- Limited public parent reviews make it difficult to gauge the day-to-day school culture comprehensively.
- Recent community friction regarding provincial inclusion policies may be a point of consideration for some families.
Who this school may fit
This school is recommended for families living in the Fraser Heights area who value a tight-knit community feel, active extracurricular involvement, and a balanced approach to education over purely high academic rankings.
Ratings and data
Academic information
According to the Fraser Institute, Dogwood Elementary holds an overall rating of 6.2/10 and ranks 444 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. The school's rating history over the past five years shows a slight downward trend (7.1, 6.7, 7.1, 6.9, and most recently 6.2), with a previous 5-year average of 6.8. Despite the recent dip, the school maintains a solid mid-tier standing in the province. Academically, the school focuses on foundational literacy and numeracy, while integrating technology into daily learning to support student development.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
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Dogwood Elementary is located at 10752 157 St, Surrey, BC, V4N 1K6 in Surrey.
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Dogwood Elementary school information
Dogwood 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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Researched: 2026-09-28
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