Elementary
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12140 203 St, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 5W5 · Maple Ridge
Rating
8.4
5-year avg
8.1
Rank
91/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Maple Ridge Christian School is a high-achieving academic institution that offers a distinctively faith-based education. It excels at creating a supportive environment where students are known and valued, but this exclusivity comes with financial costs and strict admission criteria tied to religious commitment.
Editorial review summary
Parents consistently describe the school as having a warm, 'family-like' atmosphere where teachers genuinely care for students' spiritual and emotional well-being. Reviews highlight the strong sense of community and safety. However, some parents note that tuition fees are significant and have increased recently. Admission is competitive, particularly for the 'Inclusive Education' program which often has limited capacity for students with special needs.
Common positives
- High academic ranking (Top 13% in BC)
- Integrated Christian worldview in all subjects
- Safe, nurturing, and tight-knit community
- Seamless K-12 education on one campus
- Dedicated STEM and Fine Arts programs
Common concerns
- Tuition fees (~$9,300+ for Elementary)
- Requires pastor reference for admission
- Limited capacity for special needs support
- Waitlists common for certain grades
Who this school may fit
This school is best suited for Christian families living in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows who prioritize a Biblical worldview in education and are seeking a long-term, stable community for their children from Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Maple Ridge Christian School demonstrates strong academic excellence with a Fraser Institute rating of 8/10 and a provincial rank of 128/1015. This places the school in the top 13% of all elementary schools in British Columbia. The consistent 5-year average of 8.1 indicates stable, high-level performance in foundational skills like reading, writing, and numeracy, significantly outperforming the provincial average.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
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Maple Ridge Christian School is located at 12140 203 St, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 5W5 in Maple Ridge.
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Maple Ridge Christian School is a elementary school in Maple Ridge. 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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