Rating
4.7
5-year avg
5.1
Rank
800/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Miller Park Elementary is a vibrant, community-focused school that excels in fostering a supportive environment for families, despite its lower-than-average standardized test scores. Its status as a Community School means students have access to excellent extracurriculars, summer programs, and community resources. The shared campus with Banting Middle School further strengthens neighborhood ties.
Editorial review summary
Publicly available parent reviews and community discussions highlight Miller Park Elementary's strong, tight-knit community feel. Parents frequently mention the benefit of the school sharing grounds with École Banting Middle School, which allows families and students to build long-term relationships over many years. Reviewers describe the school as excellent with a welcoming atmosphere and dedicated staff. Due to population growth in Coquitlam, the school is operating at high capacity, making cross-catchment enrollment difficult. Overall, families value the community-oriented environment and the variety of extracurricular and summer programs offered.
Common positives
- Designated as a Community School, offering extensive after-school and community programs.
- Strong, tight-knit community feel, highly praised by local parents.
- Shares a campus with Banting Middle School, easing the transition for older students.
- Offers the StrongStart early learning program for preschoolers.
- Hosts robust Summer Learning programs and community language classes.
Common concerns
- Below-average Fraser Institute academic rating (4.7/10).
- School is currently operating at high capacity, making cross-catchment admission very unlikely.
- Standardized test scores have shown a slight downward trend in recent years.
Who this school may fit
Highly recommended for families who prioritize a strong community atmosphere, extracurricular involvement, and a supportive neighborhood environment over top-tier academic rankings. Parents seeking high standardized test scores may want to explore other options, but those looking for a welcoming, inclusive community will find Miller Park to be an excellent fit.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Miller Park Elementary has a current Fraser Institute rating of 4.7 out of 10, placing it at 800 out of 1032 elementary schools in British Columbia. The school's performance has seen a slight decline over recent years, with a rating history moving from 5.3 and 5.8 down to the current 4.7, resulting in a five-year average of 5.1. While these standardized test scores place the school below the provincial average, it is important to note that Miller Park operates as a Community School, focusing heavily on holistic student development, inclusive education, and community engagement rather than strictly on standardized testing outcomes.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
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Miller Park Elementary is located at 800 Egmont Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3J 4J8 in Coquitlam.
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Miller Park Elementary is a elementary school in Coquitlam. 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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AI research sources
Researched: 2026-09-29
- Miller Park Elementary - School District 43
- Reddit - Coquitlam Elementary School Recommendations
- Miller Park Elementary Hot Lunches
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