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J V Humphries Elem-Secondary
About
J V Humphries Elementary-Secondary is a K–12 school in Kaslo, BC (Po Box 577, Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0). The school emphasizes the “development and evolution of learning opportunities” through partnerships with students, families, staff, and the broader community. The school also acknowledges, respects, and honours the First Nations in whose traditional territories the Kootenay Lake School District operates, and all Aboriginal people living within the district boundaries.
At a Glance
School type: Public School (Kootenay Lake)
Education language: English
Religious affiliation: None / Secular
Grades: K-12
Phone: 250 353-2227
Email: monica.doyle@sd8.bc.ca
Principal: Monica Doyle
Programs and Services
Early learning (StrongStart) StrongStart is a free early learning program for children ages 0–5 and their parents/caregivers, offering play time, circle time with songs and stories, crafts, and opportunities to build problem-solving and social skills. Families can register for StrongStart online. Student safety / reporting The school highlights ERASE, an anonymous reporting tool for students. Transportation (school bus) expectations Families using bus transportation must read and accept the district procedure and bus code of conduct as a condition of riding. Expectations focus on safe, respectful behaviour and include progressive discipline for misbehaviour; some buses have video cameras with microphones.
School Culture and Expectations
JVH describes its approach as building and evolving learning opportunities in partnership with students, families, staff, and community. The school/district also emphasizes respect and safety expectations for students who use school transportation, with a bus code of conduct intended to ensure rides are free from harassment, violence, or intimidation. The district acknowledges and honours the First Nations in whose traditional territories SD8 operates.
Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here
School bus transportation in SD8 is governed by a bus passenger code of conduct focused on safety and respectful behaviour. Riders are expected to arrive at stops at least five minutes early, follow driver seating directions, remain seated while the bus is moving, and cross the road only in front of the bus and on the driver’s signal (crossing behind the bus is not permitted). Certain items (e.g., small band instruments in a case, skateboards in an approved bag) may be allowed if they can be carried safely. Some buses have video cameras with microphones, and progressive discipline (including suspension of riding privileges) may apply for unsafe or inappropriate behaviour.
Enrollment
The school website includes a “Student Registration” link (including Kindergarten) and a separate option to register for StrongStart online.
Location
J V Humphries Elem-Secondary Reviews
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Academic Learning of J V Humphries Elem-Secondary
40.85
Academic Performance
Academic Performance Score
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades overall score: 41 - above the district public school average of 37, ahead by 4 points.
Literacy: 38
Numeracy: 43
Numeracy is a relative strength; literacy has more room to grow.
59.82
Student Commitment to Learning
Student Commitment
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 60 - well above the comparison cohort average of 52, ahead by 8 points.
Students report stronger engagement, effort, and investment in learning than comparable schools, pointing to solid day-to-day learning habits.
33.33
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 33 - well below the comparison cohort average of 51, trailing by 18 points.
Students report weaker problem solving, analysis, and independent thinking than comparable schools, suggesting room to strengthen this area.
75.00
College and Career Readiness
Readiness for Future
Showing latest available year: 2023-2024. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 75 - well above the comparison cohort average of 48, ahead by 27 points.
Students report stronger preparation for future learning, transitions, and career pathways than comparable schools, which points to a solid readiness profile.
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 2024-2025, literacy is 38, numeracy is 43, and overall is 41.
Compared with 2019-2020, the overall score improved by 14 points.
In the latest year, numeracy is the strongest of the three measures at 43, while literacy is lowest at 38.
Across the available years, literacy improved by 8 points since 2019-2020, while numeracy improved by 19 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 2024-2025, academic performance is 41, student commitment to learning is 60, and critical thinking is 33.
The strongest current area is Student Commitment to Learning at 60, while Critical Thinking is lowest at 33.
Critical Thinking shows the largest shift across the available period, declined by 42 points since 2023-2024.
Additional Information
Data is regularly updated to reflect the latest available academic scores and assessments from official school records.
Character and Wellbeing
56.55
Civic Engagement
Civic Engagement
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 57 - well below the province public school average of 72, trailing by 15 points.
Students report weaker participation in school and community life than comparable schools, suggesting room to strengthen voice, involvement, and connection.
53.77
Health
Health
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 54 - well below the province public school average of 69, trailing by 15 points.
Students report weaker physical and emotional well-being than comparable schools, making health and well-being an area to watch closely.
43.75
Work Ethic
Work Ethic
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 44 - well below the province public school average of 75, trailing by 31 points.
Students report weaker effort, persistence, and responsibility than comparable schools, suggesting work habits are an area to strengthen.
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 2024/2025, Civic Engagement is 57, Health is 54, and Work Ethic is 44.
The strongest current area is Civic Engagement at 57, while Work Ethic is lowest at 44.
Work Ethic shows the largest shift across the available period, improved by 22 points since 2021/2022.
Resources
18.88
Learning Resources
Learning Resources
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 19 - well below the district public school average of 63, trailing by 44 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 2024/2025, Learning Resources is 19.
Learning Resources shows the largest shift across the available period, declined by 17 points since 2022/2023.
School Culture
29.91
Relationships
Relationships
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 30 - well below the province public school average of 78, trailing by 48 points.
Students report weaker relationships among peers, staff, and the school community than in comparable schools, suggesting connection and trust are areas to strengthen.
42.86
Safety
Safety
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 43 - well below the province public school average of 73, trailing by 30 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 2024/2025, Relationships is 30 and Safety is 43.
The strongest current area is Safety at 43, while Relationships is lowest at 30.
Relationships shows the largest shift across the available period, declined by 32 points since 2020/2021.
Teachers and Teaching Environment
50.00
Knowledge and Skills of Teachers
Knowledge and Skills of Teachers
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 50 - well below the province public school average of 72, trailing by 22 points.
Teachers are rated less positively for instructional quality, knowledge, and professional practice than in comparable schools, suggesting room to strengthen this area.
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 2024/2025, Knowledge and Skills of Teachers is 50.
Knowledge and Skills of Teachers shows the largest shift across the available period, declined by 20 points since 2020/2021.