Student Body
The Bishop Strachan School is larger than most Canadian private schools, serving a girls-only student body. It offers boarding from Grade 8 to 12, though fewer students board compared to similar schools.
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Facts and analysis
Total enrollment
970 students attend The Bishop Strachan School.
The Bishop Strachan School (BSS) has a larger student body than 94% of all schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Enrollment The Bishop Strachan School Median of all other schools JK 20 16 SK 20 17 Gr. 1 30 18 Gr. 2 30 18 Gr. 3 30 18 Gr. 4 40 18 Gr. 5 40 20 Gr. 6 60 20 Gr. 7 85 24 Gr. 8 85 25 Gr. 9 135 40 Gr. 10 130 40 Gr. 11 136 43 Gr. 12 121 43
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Why it matters
While some researchers have looked to uncover the "ideal" school size, these studies often generalize student preferences and behaviours. Your real goal is to find what best suits your child’s needs. Smaller schools can offer a school-wide sense of connection, while larger schools often provide broader programming and opportunities. Also, note that per-grade enrollment often tells a more meaningful story than total enrollment alone (read topic guide).
Gender
Only girls attend.
This makes The Bishop Strachan School (BSS) like 5% of other schools we cover.
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Why it matters
A school’s gender composition influences its social, academic, and extracurricular experiences. Coed schools often encourage collaboration across genders, while single-gender schools (all-boys or all-girls) may focus on specialized learning approaches (read topic guide).
Boarding Population
The Bishop Strachan School offers boarding from Grade 8 to 12. Only 7% of the total student body boards.
The Bishop Strachan School (BSS) has a smaller proportion of boarding students than most of its peer boarding schools.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Boarding students as a percentage of total enrollment The Bishop Strachan School Median of all other boarding schools Gr. 8 5% 15% Gr. 9 11% 38% Gr. 10 14% 48% Gr. 11 18% 51% Gr. 12 10% 53% -
Why it matters
The proportion of boarding students is an important factor in shaping a school’s culture. Large boarding populations may create an immersive environment, while smaller boarding communities may balance residential life with local engagement (read topic guide).
International Students
30% of students come from outside Canada.
See how this ranks The Bishop Strachan School (BSS) below.
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Why it matters
A diverse international student body offers opportunities for cultural exchange and a global perspective. These experiences can enhance your child’s understanding of different cultures and prepare them for a globalized world (read topic guide).
STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID
10% of students at The Bishop Strachan School receive financial aid.
The percentage of students on financial aid at The Bishop Strachan School (BSS) is higher than 74% of all schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Percentage of students on financial aid Gr. 6 13% Gr. 7 13% Gr. 8 13% Gr. 9 13% Gr. 10 13% Gr. 11 13% Gr. 12 13% -
Why it matters
Financial aid reflects a school’s commitment to accessibility and socioeconomic diversity. These programs aim to create a richer community by bringing together students from varied backgrounds and experiences (read topic guide).
