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23124 118 Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 2N1 · Maple Ridge
Rating
5.1
5-year avg
4.8
Rank
710/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Golden Ears Elementary is a vibrant, community-focused school that shines in the arts and extracurricular offerings, even if its standardized academic scores are middle-of-the-pack. It is a bustling hub in a safe neighborhood, though its popularity has led to capacity challenges.
Editorial review summary
Parent reviews and community discussions highlight Golden Ears Elementary as a safe, welcoming, and family-oriented school. Many parents on local forums praise the surrounding neighborhood for being highly secure and family-friendly. The school has a very active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) that funds numerous resources and after-school programs. However, parents frequently note that the school is operating at full capacity, leading to waitlists for enrollment and significant traffic congestion during morning drop-offs and afternoon pick-ups. The recent district decision to move the Late French Immersion program to another school due to space constraints has also been a major topic of discussion among parents.
Common positives
- Strong Fine Arts and Musical Theatre programs with large-scale student productions
- Diverse after-school enrichment options including STEM (Bricks4Kidz), outdoor education, and arts
- Highly safe, family-friendly surrounding neighborhood
- Active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) that heavily supports school initiatives
- Innovative learning options like the CyberSchool blended learning program
Common concerns
- Average to slightly below-average Fraser Institute academic ratings (5/10)
- School is currently at full capacity, resulting in enrollment waitlists
- Traffic congestion and safety concerns around the crosswalks during drop-off and pick-up times
- Losing the Late French Immersion program in 2026/27 due to severe space constraints
Who this school may fit
This school is best suited for families living in the immediate, safe Maple Ridge neighborhood who value a well-rounded education with strong arts, music, and after-school enrichment over rigorous academic competition. Parents should be prepared for a busy drop-off environment and potential waitlists.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Golden Ears Elementary currently holds a Fraser Institute rating of 5 out of 10, placing it at a provincial rank of 713 out of 1015 schools in British Columbia. Its previous 5-year average rating is 4.5. These scores indicate that the school's academic performance is average to slightly below the provincial standard. While its standardized test scores may not be top-tier, the school district emphasizes a holistic, competency-driven curriculum that focuses on personalized learning, core competencies, and place-based education rather than strictly test-based academics.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
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Golden Ears Elementary is located at 23124 118 Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 2N1 in Maple Ridge.
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Golden Ears Elementary is a elementary school in Maple Ridge. 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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Fraser Institute · 2026 report
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