Rating
3.6
5-year avg
3.7
Rank
944/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Terry Fox Elementary is a testament to the power of holistic education, prioritizing the well-being and basic needs of its students above raw academic metrics. While its test scores struggle due to complex demographic factors, the school excels as a supportive sanctuary that provides food, counseling, and genuine care to a vulnerable community. It is a school with a massive heart, focusing on equity and 'joyful literacy' rather than elite competition.
Editorial review summary
Parent and community feedback highlights Terry Fox Elementary as a deeply caring and inclusive environment. Reviews often praise the dedicated staff who go above and beyond to support students with diverse needs, including those requiring food security or emotional counseling. The school is described as a 'community hub' where inclusivity is paramount. However, some parents note the challenges associated with a high-transiency student population and the older facility (built in 1982), though it is well-maintained.
Common positives
- Exceptional wrap-around support services (daily breakfast/lunch programs, weekend food hampers)
- Strong focus on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and mental wellness
- Highly inclusive environment for diverse learners and ELL students
- On-site StrongStart and daycare programs for families
- Dedicated staff experienced in supporting vulnerable populations
Common concerns
- Below-average academic ranking and standardized test scores
- High student transiency rate can impact classroom stability
- Older school building compared to newer developments
- High proportion of students requiring significant learning support
Who this school may fit
This school is best suited for families who value a warm, inclusive community over high-pressure academics, or for those who may benefit from the school's extensive support network (ELL, food programs, counseling). It is an excellent choice for students who thrive in a nurturing environment that emphasizes social-emotional growth. Families seeking a rigorous, competitive academic prep school may find the pace and focus here different from their expectations.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Terry Fox Elementary receives a Fraser Institute rating of 4.5/10, placing it 819th out of 1,015 elementary schools in British Columbia. This rating reflects a school facing significant socio-economic challenges, with a high percentage of students classified as vulnerable or English Language Learners. While standardized test scores are below the provincial average, the school has shown a slight improvement from its previous 5-year average of 3.9. The academic focus is heavily integrated with social-emotional support and foundational literacy and numeracy to bridge gaps for a diverse student body.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
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Terry Fox Elementary is located at 3071 Babich St, Abbotsford, BC, V2S 6A7 in Abbotsford.
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Terry Fox Elementary is a elementary school in Abbotsford. 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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