Rating
4.5
5-year avg
4.3
Rank
827/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
J.T. Brown Elementary is a community-focused school that serves a diverse and multicultural neighborhood in Surrey. While its academic rankings are below the provincial average, the school provides a nurturing environment with strong early learning programs and community partnerships. It is well-suited for families who value inclusivity, active parent involvement, and robust support for English Language Learners.
Editorial review summary
Publicly available parent reviews for J.T. Brown Elementary are limited. Based on available community signals, parents appreciate the school's active Parent Advisory Council (PAC), which organizes community events like dances and sports days, and raises funds for playground equipment and technology. The school is described as a community hub where extended families gather. Some historical concerns have been noted regarding neighborhood safety (such as a nearby police incident in 2017) and past overcrowding, though the district has previously adjusted boundaries to manage capacity. Overall, parents seem to value the tight-knit, diverse community and the supportive early learning programs.
Common positives
- Highly diverse and inclusive community environment.
- Active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) that funds technology and playground upgrades.
- Strong early learning initiatives for preschoolers (e.g., Noisy Reading, Teddy Bear Picnic).
- Access to community support programs like KidsPlay after-school activities and the Nutritional Snack Program.
- Building was seismically upgraded to modern safety standards.
Common concerns
- Below-average academic ranking (Fraser Institute rating of 4.5/10).
- High proportion of English Language Learners may impact the pace of standard curriculum delivery.
- Located in a neighborhood that has experienced occasional safety incidents in the past.
- History of capacity and overcrowding issues, requiring boundary adjustments.
Who this school may fit
For families prioritizing high standardized test scores, J.T. Brown Elementary's lower Fraser Institute rating might be a concern. However, parents looking for a welcoming, diverse community with strong early childhood engagement and an active PAC will find a supportive environment here. We recommend visiting the school, speaking with the PAC, and exploring the early learning programs to see if the school's culture aligns with your child's needs.
Ratings and data
Academic information
J.T. Brown Elementary has a Fraser Institute rating of 4.5/10, ranking 827 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. The school's recent rating history shows a slight upward trend, moving from 4.1 to 4.5, with a 5-year average of 4.3. The school serves a highly diverse student body, with over half of the students being English Language Learners (ELL). This demographic factor often impacts standardized test scores, which may partially explain the below-average Fraser Institute rating. The school focuses heavily on inclusive education and foundational learning to support its diverse community.
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J T Brown Elementary is located at 12530 60 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3X 2K8 in Surrey.
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J T Brown 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: 2026-09-29
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