These schools tend to perform very well academically and are often ranked highly in recent assessments:
| School | Type / Affiliation | Grades | Why It’s Well Regarded |
| Corpus Christi School | Private (Catholic) | K-7 | Among the top schools in Vancouver according to rankings; strong academic outcomes. |
| Crofton House School | Private, All-Girls | K-7 (part of JK-12) | Frequently ranked #1/very near the top in Fraser Institute rankings; strong academics, excellent reputation. |
| Columbia Academy | Private / Alternative / Independent | K-7 (in JK-12 system) | Very high ranking among Vancouver elementary schools. |
| St. George’s School | Private (All-Boys) | K-7 (in JK-12 system) | Strong academic, resources, reputation. |
| St. Jude’s School | Private | K-7 | Among top private elementary schools in rankings. |
| Vancouver College Elementary | Private | K-7 | High among private elementary rankings. |
| West Point Grey Academy | Independent Co-ed | JK-7 (as part of JK-12) | Known for good balance of academics and well-rounded education. |
| York House School | Private (All-Girls) | K-7 (within JK-12) | Excellent reputation and high performance. |
| Madrona School | Private | Elementary-age | Listed among the top elementary schools in the Vancouver area. |
| St. Pius X Elementary School | Private / Catholic | K-7 | High ranking, especially in North Vancouver area. |
| Vancouver Christian School | Private Christian | K-7-12 | Strong performance in the elementary grades in recent rankings. |
Things to Check When Choosing an Elementary School
Here are factors parents often consider to find the “best” school for their child:
- School Tour — It is always the best to have a school tour, talk to the teachers and principal to get the feels about the school to see whether it is suitable for your child.
- Learning Environment & Class Size — Smaller classes often mean more individualized attention.
- Special Programs — Bilingual, French immersion, faith-based, arts-focused, technology / STEM programs.
- Extracurriculars & Enrichment — Music, arts, sports, field trips, etc.
- Values & Community — School culture, discipline, parent involvement, values, religious affiliation if applicable.
- Location & Commute — Proximity matters; if the school is too far, travel can be burdensome.
- Fees / Cost / Private vs Public — Private schools have tuition; public schools are free but may have other costs; also consider additional fees, uniforms, etc.
Why choose Columbia Academy?
- Columbia Academy is the only K-12 private school located in downtown Vancouver.
- Founded in 2014, licensed by the BC Ministry of Education and offering the certified BC K-12 curriculum.
- Operates two campuses in downtown Vancouver (Elementary and Secondary).
- An academically focused elite school that also emphasizes volunteer service, academic competitions, and extracurricular activities.
- 100% of graduates are accepted into universities, with about 90% admitted to the world’s top 50 universities.
- Offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses and is an official AP test center.
- Dedicated to providing an immersive learning experience, developing students’ social, emotional, intellectual, artistic, physical, and social responsibility skills.
- Aims to cultivate future global leaders.
