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Rating
5.8
5-year avg
5.9
Rank
555/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Kingswood Elementary is a community-focused school in southeast Richmond that offers a supportive environment with good extracurricular partnerships. While its Fraser Institute academic ratings are average, the school's focus on foundational reading skills and life-readiness programs provides a balanced educational experience.
Editorial review summary
Publicly available parent reviews for Kingswood Elementary in Richmond are limited. Based on available community signals, parents appreciate the active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and the convenience of the school's hot lunch program. Community partnerships, such as the Learning Buddies Network and JA British Columbia, are well-regarded for providing students with additional mentorship and life skills. Note: Families researching this school should be careful not to confuse it with a school of the same name in Nova Scotia, which has distinct parent discussions regarding overcrowding.
Common positives
- Active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and strong community involvement.
- Offers valuable extracurricular and life-skills programs like the Learning Buddies Network and JA British Columbia.
- Uses structured reading assessments (RFRA) to track and support student literacy.
- Feeds into Matthew McNair Secondary, which is known for its mini-school and specialized programs.
Common concerns
- Academic performance is average to slightly below average based on the Fraser Institute rating (5.8/10).
- Fluctuating academic scores over the past five years.
- Limited public parent reviews make it difficult to gauge the day-to-day school climate.
Who this school may fit
Recommended for families living in the Kingswood subdivision who value community programs, active PAC involvement, and a straightforward transition to Matthew McNair Secondary. Families strictly seeking top-tier academic rankings may want to supplement with outside tutoring.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Kingswood Elementary has a Fraser Institute rating of 5.8/10, placing it at a provincial rank of 555 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. The school's rating history over recent years shows some fluctuation (6.5, 5.3, 6.5, 5.4, 5.8), with a previous 5-year average rating of 5.9. This indicates that the school's academic performance is average to slightly below the provincial average. To support student learning, the school utilizes the Richmond Formative Reading Assessment (RFRA) to identify reading strengths and areas for improvement, helping teachers guide instruction and measure progress throughout the year. Kingswood serves as a feeder school for Matthew McNair Secondary.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
School-run details
Special programs
Learning Buddies Network (Mentoring)JA British Columbia (JABC) Programs (Financial Literacy & Work Readiness)Hockey Canada First Shift (Hosted barrier-removing hockey program)Hot Lunch Program (MunchaLunch)
Common questions
Where is Kingswood Elementary located?+
Kingswood Elementary is located at 11511 King Rd, Richmond, BC, V7A 3B5 in Richmond.
Does Kingswood Elementary have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan currently tracks 1 programs that explicitly serve this school and 1 nearby after-school options.
Are there tutors near Kingswood Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 10 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
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InsideVan currently lists 8 nearby kids class or activity options.
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What this page covers
Kingswood Elementary school information
Kingswood Elementary is a elementary school in Richmond. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 2 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
Sources & data context
AI research sources
Researched: 2026-09-28
- Kingswood Elementary School - Richmond School District
- Kingswood Elementary School Reports - Student Success BC
- Matthew McNair Secondary School - Wikipedia
The AI summary uses public sources. Public parent commentary is separate from parent reports submitted to InsideVan. Ratings and history are supplied by our database.
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Fraser Institute · 2026 report
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