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18961 Advent Rd, Pitt Meadows, BC, V3Y 2G4 · Pitt Meadows
Rating
2.5
5-year avg
3
Rank
1004/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Highland Park Elementary is a highly community-oriented school with excellent extracurricular and environmental initiatives, but it struggles significantly with standardized academic performance and recent administrative friction over facility upgrades.
Editorial review summary
Parent reviews and community discussions highlight a mix of strong community spirit and administrative frustrations. On the positive side, parents appreciate the school's engaging events, such as the annual freecycle clothing drive and Earth Day food waste reduction challenges. However, there has been notable frustration regarding the school's playground; after being vandalized by teenagers in 2021, parents successfully raised $20,000 for an inclusive replacement, but the project was stalled for years due to interpersonal conflicts within the Parent Advisory Council (PAC). Additionally, parents note that the surrounding Pitt Meadows area can be highly car-dependent, leading to heavy traffic during drop-off and pick-up times.
Common positives
- Offers a Late French Immersion program for students looking to develop bilingual skills [1.13].
- Strong focus on environmental and social responsibility, highlighted by student-led food waste reduction challenges and community freecycle events.
- Robust after-school programs including Creative Arts, LEGO Club, and the 'School's Out' academic and social support program.
- Active parent community that is capable of successfully fundraising for school improvements.
Common concerns
- Very low Fraser Institute academic rating (3.1/10), ranking near the bottom of the province [1.12].
- Recent history of severe playground vandalism and multi-year delays in replacing the equipment due to PAC disputes.
- The school neighborhood is highly car-dependent, leading to traffic congestion during school hours.
- May require parents to heavily supplement foundational academic learning at home due to low test scores.
Who this school may fit
This school is best suited for local families who prioritize community engagement, environmental consciousness, and access to diverse after-school arts and play programs. However, it is not recommended for families seeking top-tier academic rigor unless they are prepared to actively supplement their child's education at home.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Highland Park Elementary currently holds a Fraser Institute rating of 3.1 out of 10, ranking 965th out of 1015 elementary schools in British Columbia. This score is significantly below the provincial average, indicating substantial challenges in foundational academic areas such as reading, writing, and numeracy based on Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) results. Parents may need to provide additional academic support or tutoring at home to ensure their children meet provincial standards.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
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Highland Park Elementary is located at 18961 Advent Rd, Pitt Meadows, BC, V3Y 2G4 in Pitt Meadows.
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Highland Park Elementary is a elementary school in Pitt Meadows. 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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