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Port Kells Elementary
About
Port Kells Elementary is located at 19076 88 Ave, Surrey, BC V4N 5T2. The school is part of Surrey School District and shares updates about school news, events, PAC fundraisers, and student activities, along with links to district and school-based programs and services.
At a Glance
School type: Public School (Surrey)
Education language: English
Religious affiliation: None / Secular
Grades: K-7
Phone: 604 882-2021
Email: portkells@surreyschools.ca
Principal: Paul Thompson
Programs and Services
School meal programs The Surrey School Meal Programs aim to provide nutritious meals to students each school day. Indigenous/Aboriginal programs The district’s Aboriginal Department supports school initiatives that focus on Aboriginal culture, with the goal of increasing Aboriginal content in the curriculum in ways that benefit all students. Safe and caring schools Surrey School District states a commitment to providing safe and caring environments where learners can achieve academic excellence, personal growth, and responsible citizenship. Inclusive education support The school lists Inclusive Education Support as one of the available programs/services (details are not provided in the available sources). Online & Distance Learning (SAIL) / Surrey Schools One / Tutoring / Summer Learning These options are listed on the school’s Programs page as additional district supports and learning options (details are not provided in the available sources). Clubs, sports, and extra-curricular activities Students are invited to participate in a variety of activities throughout the school year, including school-based sports and events with other Surrey schools. The school notes appreciation for support from coaches, teachers, volunteers, parents, and drivers.
School Culture and Expectations
The district states it is committed to providing safe and caring environments in which all learners can achieve academic excellence, personal growth and responsible citizenship.
Enrollment
Kindergarten registration is completed online through Surrey Schools. Families are directed to register at their local catchment school, review required documents, and use the district tools to confirm their nearest school. Families interested in district specialty “Programs of Choice” are instructed to first register at their catchment school and then apply through the online kindergarten lottery during the district application window (see the district’s “How to Apply Online” page and the school’s admissions/registration links).
Location
Port Kells Elementary Reviews
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Academic Learning of Port Kells Elementary
19.91
Academic Performance
Academic Performance Score
Showing latest available year: 2022-2023. Scores out of 100.
All Grades overall score: 20 - well below the district public school average of 40, trailing by 20 points.
Literacy: 35
Numeracy: 34
Literacy and numeracy are closely matched.
62.50
Student Commitment to Learning
Student Commitment
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 62 - well above the district public school average of 29, ahead by 34 points.
Students report stronger engagement, effort, and investment in learning than comparable schools, pointing to solid day-to-day learning habits.
97.79
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 98 - well above the district public school average of 31, ahead by 67 points.
Students report stronger problem solving, analysis, and independent thinking than comparable schools, suggesting this is a relative strength.
Academic Scores by School Year
Clustered Academic Score Trends
School year trend view: All Grades (combined Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where available). In 2022-2023, literacy is 35, numeracy is 34, and overall is 34.
Compared with 2019-2020, the overall score improved by 34 points.
In the latest year, literacy is the strongest of the three measures at 35, while numeracy is lowest at 34.
Across the available years, literacy improved by 38 points since 2019-2020, while numeracy improved by 49 points since 2019-2020.
Academic Performance Score Change Over Years
Academic Performance Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2022-2023, academic performance is 20.
Academic Performance shows the largest shift across the available period, improved by 20 points since 2019-2020.
Additional Information
Data is regularly updated to reflect the latest available academic scores and assessments from official school records.
Character and Wellbeing
71.05
Civic Engagement
Civic Engagement
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 71 - in line with the district public school average of 72, within 1 point.
Students report participation in school and community life at levels broadly similar to comparable schools.
67.99
Health
Health
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 68 - in line with the district public school average of 68, within 0 points.
Students report physical and emotional well-being at levels broadly similar to comparable schools.
76.69
Work Ethic
Work Ethic
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 77 - above the district public school average of 74, ahead by 2 points.
Students report stronger effort, persistence, and responsibility than comparable schools, suggesting productive day-to-day learning habits.
Character and Wellbeing Score Change Over Years
Character and Wellbeing Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2020/2021, Civic Engagement is 71, Health is 68, and Work Ethic is 77.
The strongest current area is Work Ethic at 77, while Health is lowest at 68.
Resources
93.18
Facilities and Personnel
Facilities and Personnel
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 93 - well above the district public school average of 57, ahead by 37 points.
Staffing, spaces, and school infrastructure are rated more positively than in comparable schools, suggesting a stronger resource base.
39.91
Learning Resources
Learning Resources
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 40 - below the district public school average of 45, trailing by 5 points.
Instructional resources are rated less positively than in comparable schools, suggesting room to strengthen access or quality.
Resources Score Change Over Years
Resources Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2020/2021, Facilities and Personnel is 93 and Learning Resources is 40.
The strongest current area is Facilities and Personnel at 93, while Learning Resources is lowest at 40.
School Culture
85.67
Relationships
Relationships
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 86 - well above the district public school average of 78, ahead by 7 points.
Students report stronger relationships among peers, staff, and the school community than in comparable schools, making this a relative strength.
48.64
Safety
Safety
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 49 - well below the district public school average of 59, trailing by 10 points.
Students report a weaker sense of physical and emotional safety than in comparable schools, making this an area that deserves close attention.
School Culture Score Change Over Years
School Culture Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2020/2021, Relationships is 86 and Safety is 49.
The strongest current area is Relationships at 86, while Safety is lowest at 49.
Teachers and Teaching Environment
71.59
Knowledge and Skills of Teachers
Knowledge and Skills of Teachers
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 72 - above the district public school average of 68, ahead by 4 points.
Teachers are rated more positively for instructional quality, knowledge, and professional practice than in comparable schools, suggesting a relative strength.
Teachers and Teaching Environment Score Change Over Years
Teachers and Teaching Environment Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2020/2021, Knowledge and Skills of Teachers is 72.