Burlington Living

Living in a neighbourhood with good schools is very important, not just to parents but also to homeowners and those looking to invest in real estate. The value of your home goes up as the schools in the area are ranked higher. That is because parent’s value good education, and studies have shown that children attending good schools tend to do better on exams and as a result get better grades and education.

So how are the schools in Burlington area performing? Anyone considering buying a home in a particular Burlington neighborhood would want to know this.

The Fraser Institute’s school rankings website provides a detailed report on how each school is doing in academics compared to other ranked schools. It also shows whether the school’s results are improving, declining, or just staying steady over the most recent five years.

Here is a list ranking the best schools in Burlington on a scale of 0 to 10, including a map of where those are.

Top 10 Public Elementary Schools in Burlington (2015-16 Ratings):

1. John T. Tuck – 8.2
2. Charles R. Beaudoin – 8.1
3. Alexander’s – 7.9
4. Orchard Park – 7.7
5. Glenview – 7.4
6. Maplehurst – 7.2
7. Pineland – 7.2
8. Ryerson – 7.2
9. C. H. Norton – 6.9
10. Tom Thomson – 6.8

Top 10 Catholic Elementary Schools in Burlington (2015-16 Ratings):

1. St. Patrick – 8.6
2. St. Raphaels – 8.3
3. St. Anne – 8.2
4. St. Elizabeth Seton – 8.1
5. Ascension – 7.7
6. Canadian Martyrs – 7.6
7. St. Paul – 7.6
8. St. Gabriel – 7.0
9. St. Mark – 6.8
10. St. Christopher – 6.6

All Public Secondary Schools in Burlington (2015-16 Ratings):

1. Nelson – 8.0
2. Lester B. Pearson – 7.2
3. Burlington Central – 7.1
4. Dr. Frank J. Hayden – 7.1
5. Aldershot – 7.0
6. Robert Bateman – 6.4
7. M M Robinson – 6.4

All Catholic Secondary Schools in Burlington (2015-16 Ratings):

1. Corpus Christi – 7.9
2. Assumption – 7.6
3. Notre Dame – 7.0

Lori VanDinther, a Burlington RE/MAX Agent and a long time resident of Burlington has been helping real estate buyers and sellers in Burlington, Oakville, Carlisle, Kilbride, Waterdown and surrounding areas for 23+ years! Thinking of moving to Burlington? Or selling your home? Contact Lori today to help get you on the right path to success.