Rating
5.5
5-year avg
4.8
Rank
626/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Hyland Elementary is a diverse and steadily improving community school that offers excellent specialized programs for gifted students. While its overall academic scores are below the provincial average, the consistent upward trend and strong community support make it a promising and inclusive environment.
Editorial review summary
Public parent-review information is limited, so signals are limited. Based on community discussions and news, parents highlight a strong sense of community and active involvement. A notable recent event was a $150,000 anonymous donation for a new school playground, which sparked online discussions among parents about funding inequities and the heavy reliance on Parent Advisory Councils (PACs) or private donors for facility upgrades. Parents appreciate the dedicated staff, the inclusive multicultural environment, and volunteer-run initiatives like the school breakfast program for children in need.
Common positives
- Consistent upward trend in academic ratings over recent years.
- Hosts specialized district programs for gifted students (MACC and Challenge Program).
- Highly diverse and inclusive environment with over 27 languages spoken.
- Strong community support, evidenced by significant donations and volunteer programs.
- Offers on-site before and after-school care, as well as a pre-school program.
- Dedicated Music, Band, and French programs.
Common concerns
- Overall academic rating (5.5/10) remains below the provincial average.
- High proportion of English-language learners may require more classroom resources and adaptation.
- Facility upgrades, such as the playground, have heavily relied on PAC fundraising and private donations.
Who this school may fit
Recommended for families who value a multicultural environment, need on-site childcare, or have children who could benefit from the MACC or Challenge gifted programs. Families strictly prioritizing top-tier standardized test scores may want to explore other options, though the school's upward trajectory is highly encouraging.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Hyland Elementary has an Overall Rating of 5.5/10 and a Provincial Rank of 626/1032. The school's rating history shows a consistent and encouraging upward trend: 4.2 -> Not available -> 4.4 -> 4.9 -> 5.5, with a previous 5-year average rating of 4.8. While the school currently ranks in the lower-middle tier provincially, its steady improvement is a strong positive indicator. The student body is highly diverse, with over 200 English-language learners (ELL) and many new immigrant students, which can impact standardized test averages but provides a rich multicultural environment. Notably, Hyland hosts specialized district programs like the Multi-Aged Cluster Classroom (MACC) and the Challenge Program, indicating robust academic support and enrichment opportunities for gifted and high-achieving students.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
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Hyland Elementary is located at 6677 140 St, Surrey, BC, V3W 5K9 in Surrey.
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Researched: 2026-09-29
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