Rating
3.1
5-year avg
3.1
Rank
987/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Hjorth Road Elementary is a deeply community-oriented inner-city school that prioritizes inclusivity, early learning, and the overall well-being of its students. While its academic ratings are significantly below the provincial average, the school compensates with a highly dedicated staff and robust support systems that provide a safe and nurturing environment for local families.
Editorial review summary
Publicly available parent reviews for Hjorth Road Elementary are limited, so signals are drawn from community discussions and news reports. Parents and community members highly value the school's early learning initiatives, particularly the StrongStart program, which is frequently recommended in local forums. The school is recognized for its incredibly dedicated staff and outreach workers who go above and beyond to support families, including providing basic necessities through programs like Adopt-A-School. While academic rankings are rarely the highlight of parent discussions, the nurturing, inclusive, and community-focused environment is frequently praised. Some past community discussions also noted concerns regarding city road development near the school's playing field, though the city pledged to protect and upgrade the facilities.
Common positives
- Dedicated staff and outreach workers focused on student well-being and family support.
- Offers the highly regarded StrongStart program for early childhood learning.
- Strong community partnerships, including the Adopt-A-School program to assist vulnerable students.
- Engaging extracurriculars like the Reading Link Challenge and JABC programs.
Common concerns
- Very low Fraser Institute academic rating (3.1/10) and provincial rank.
- Inner-city school challenges, meaning resources are often stretched to cover basic student needs.
- Historical downward trend in academic performance over the past few years.
Who this school may fit
This school is recommended for families who value a supportive, community-focused environment with excellent early childhood programs like StrongStart. However, parents who prioritize high standardized test scores and top academic rankings may want to explore other options or be prepared to supplement their child's education at home.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Hjorth Road Elementary currently holds a Fraser Institute rating of 3.1/10, ranking 987 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. The school's historical performance shows a significant decline over recent years, moving from 4.6 down to 2.3, before slightly recovering to the current 3.1. The five-year average stands at 3.1. These scores indicate substantial academic challenges, which are often reflective of its status as an inner-city school serving a diverse and sometimes vulnerable student population. Despite these lower standardized test scores, the school actively promotes literacy and engagement through initiatives like the Reading Link Challenge and Junior Achievement (JABC) programs, focusing on holistic student development and foundational skills.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
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Hjorth Road Elementary is located at 14781 104 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3R 5X4 in Surrey.
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Hjorth Road 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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