Rating
6.6
5-year avg
6.3
Rank
347/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
Walter Lee Elementary is a solid, community-focused school that provides a stable and supportive environment for its students. While its academic ratings fluctuate in the mid-range, its strong early childhood programs and engaged parent community make it a reliable choice for families in the South Arm area of Richmond.
Publicly available parent reviews are limited, so signals are drawn from community engagement and program offerings. The presence of an active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and community-led parent support groups suggests a highly engaged and supportive family community. Parents value the convenience of having the Morning Glory Montessori Children's Centre on-site for before- and after-school care. The school's location in the quiet South Arm neighborhood is also a significant draw for local families.
Recommended for families seeking a neighborhood school with strong early learning support and convenient on-site childcare. Parents looking for highly specialized academic or athletic academies may need to look elsewhere, but for a balanced, community-oriented education, Walter Lee is a great fit.
Ratings and data
According to the Fraser Institute, Walter Lee Elementary holds an overall rating of 6.6/10, ranking 347 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. The school's rating history shows some fluctuation over recent years (5.9 -> 5.8 -> 7.3 -> 6.1 -> 6.6), with a solid 5-year average of 6.3. Despite these variations, the school maintains a very high grade-to-grade transition rate of over 97%, indicating a stable learning environment. Educational highlights include a strong emphasis on critical thinking, with upper-grade teachers known to engage students in researching and debating local civic issues.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
School-run details
Walter Lee Elementary is located at 9491 Ash St, Richmond, BC, V7A 2T8 in Richmond.
InsideVan currently tracks 4 programs that explicitly serve this school and 1 nearby after-school options.
InsideVan currently lists 11 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
InsideVan currently lists 8 nearby kids class or activity options.
4 after-school programs explicitly serve this school, 1 are nearby within 3km, plus 11 tutors and 8 class options.
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What this page covers
Walter Lee Elementary is a elementary school in Richmond. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 5 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
AI research sources
Researched: 2026-09-29
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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