Top 5 Secondary Schools in Langley BC
Choosing the right high school is one of the most important decisions for both students and parents. In a place like Langley, BC, where educational opportunities are diverse and high quality, this choice can set the tone for your child’s academic success, extracurricular engagement, and personal growth. 🎓
Whether you're planning a move to Langley or already live in the area, understanding what each high school offers is essential to making the best decision for your family.
Let’s explore the top five public high schools in Langley and see what makes each one stand out. They're in no particular order, and a school not appearing here isn't a mark against it.
🏫 1. R.E. Mountain Secondary – Home of Langley’s IB Program
Location: Willoughby area
Specialties: IB Program, Fine Arts, Sports
Last published rating: 6.0 out of 10, ranked 122 of 250 BC secondary schools (Fraser Institute 2020 edition, using 2018/2019 results). Its 5-year average at the time was 6.1. It runs Langley's IB Diploma Programme, and a whole-school average tells you very little about an IB cohort.
Why It Stands Out:
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Offers the only International Baccalaureate (IB) program in all of Langley for Grade 11–12 students.
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Globally recognized curriculum focused on critical thinking and global awareness.
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Excellent fine arts and athletics programs, including music, drama, soccer, basketball, and volleyball.
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Access to the Langley Events Centre for elite sports facilities.
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A modern, newly built campus with an inclusive and diverse student culture.
➡️ Ideal for: Academically ambitious students, athletes, and those seeking a well-rounded education in a modern setting.
📘 2. Walnut Grove Secondary – Strong Academics & School Spirit
Location: Central Walnut Grove
Specialties: AP Program, French Immersion, Competitive Athletics
Last published rating: 7.6 out of 10, ranked 41 of 250 BC secondary schools (Fraser Institute 2020 edition, using 2018/2019 results). Its 5-year average at the time was 7.1. That was the strongest public secondary result in Langley in that edition.
Highlights:
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Offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses in subjects like calculus, biology, and English literature.
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Robust French Immersion program for students aiming for bilingual graduation.
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Known for strong performance in basketball, rugby, ice hockey, and more.
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Thriving music and arts scene with jazz bands, drama productions, and ensemble performances.
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Promotes a collaborative culture with its motto: “Together We Learn.”
➡️ Perfect for: Students who want to challenge themselves academically while staying active in school sports and arts.
🎨 3. Langley Fine Arts School – Where Creativity Meets Curriculum
Location: Fort Langley
Specialties: Dance, Music, Drama, Visual Arts, Creative Writing
Last published rating: 6.9 out of 10, ranked 70 of 250 BC secondary schools (Fraser Institute 2020 edition, using 2018/2019 results). Its 5-year average at the time was 7.0. Worth remembering that an audition-entry arts school isn't trying to optimise for provincial exam results.
Why Families Love It:
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A unique arts-focused school that lets students major in one of several artistic disciplines.
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Strong academic foundation alongside intensive artistic training.
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Frequent exhibitions, performances, and productions that showcase student talent.
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A tight-knit and supportive school culture that celebrates individuality and creativity.
➡️ Best for: Young creatives who want to pursue the arts without compromising on academics.
⚽ 4. Brookswood Secondary – Balanced and Inclusive
Location: Brookswood area
Specialties: French Immersion, Electives, Athletics, Performing Arts
Last published rating: 6.2 out of 10, ranked 115 of 250 BC secondary schools (Fraser Institute 2020 edition, using 2018/2019 results). Its 5-year average at the time was 5.9. Mid-pack for the province, and steady rather than rising or falling.
What Makes It Great:
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Offers a wide variety of electives, including auto mechanics, video production, and theater.
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Strong sports teams in basketball, soccer, and volleyball.
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A dynamic performing arts department with regular productions and showcases.
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Welcoming atmosphere with a focus on leadership, inclusion, and personal growth.
➡️ Great fit for: Students looking for diverse programs, leadership opportunities, and a friendly school culture.
🛠️ 5. Langley Secondary School – Career-Focused Learning
Location: Central Langley
Specialties: Trades, Technology, Career Readiness
Last published rating: 2.8 out of 10, ranked 243 of 250 BC secondary schools (Fraser Institute 2020 edition, using 2018/2019 results). Its 5-year average at the time was 3.0. It's the district's oldest secondary school and its intake is very different from Walnut Grove's, which is most of what this gap measures.
Standout Features:
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One of the oldest secondary schools in Langley, continuously updated for modern education.
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Offers hands-on learning in trades, business, and technology.
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Ideal for students interested in apprenticeships or technical careers.
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Strong athletics program including football, basketball, and track.
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Close partnerships with local businesses and colleges for real-world experience.
➡️ Ideal for: Students who want career training or technical education alongside traditional academics.
🧠 Final Thoughts: How to Choose the Best School in Langley
Each of these Langley high schools has something unique to offer:
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R.E. Mountain: Academic excellence through the IB program
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Walnut Grove: University preparation with AP and French Immersion
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Langley Fine Arts: Creativity and performance-based learning
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Brookswood: Strong electives and inclusive school culture
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Langley Secondary: Practical skills and career-focused programs
🏡 If you're considering moving to Langley, your choice of school may influence the neighbourhood that’s best for you. Choosing the right high school will help your children thrive, grow, and get the most out of their high school experience.
📊 Every Langley High School in the Last Published Ranking
Here's the thing nobody tells you when you search for a Langley school ranking. There is no current Fraser Institute ranking for BC high schools. The Institute still publishes one for BC elementary schools every year, and for Ontario and Quebec secondary schools, but its BC secondary report card stopped after the 2020 edition, using 2018/2019 results. Every BC high school ranking online today comes from that same file, this page included. So rather than quote 1 number and pretend it's fresh, here's the whole local set with the date attached.
| School | City | Rating | BC rank | 5-yr avg |
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| Langley Fundamental | Langley | 7.8 | 36 | 7.4 |
| Walnut Grove | Langley | 7.6 | 41 | 7.1 |
| Langley Christian | Langley | 7.1 | 58 | 6.9 |
| Credo Christian | Langley | 7.0 | 63 | 7.3 |
| Langley Fine Arts | Fort Langley | 6.9 | 70 | 7.0 |
| Brookswood | Langley | 6.2 | 115 | 5.9 |
| R.E. Mountain | Langley | 6.0 | 122 | 6.1 |
| D W Poppy | Langley | 5.1 | 181 | 4.6 |
| Aldergrove | Aldergrove | 4.1 | 225 | 4.3 |
| Langley Secondary | Langley | 2.8 | 243 | 3.0 |
Rating is out of 10 and rank is out of the 250 BC secondary schools in that report card. These are the 10 Langley-district secondary schools it included, public and independent. Source: Fraser Institute, Report Card on British Columbia's Secondary Schools 2020, scoring 2018/2019. The Institute's current report card list has no BC secondary edition on it.
Two warnings before you use that table for anything. It's 7 years old, and Langley has added thousands of students since, so intakes have shifted. And the rating is built from provincial exam results, the gap between exam and classroom marks, and graduation and delay rates, averaged across a whole school. It rewards a school with a uniformly academic intake and punishes one that takes everybody. That's most of the distance between the top and the bottom of that column, and it's why an audition-entry arts school and a trades-focused school both look worse on it than they deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R.E. Mountain Secondary's ranking?
R.E. Mountain scored 6.0 out of 10 and ranked 122 of 250 BC secondary schools in the Fraser Institute's 2020 report card, which scored 2018/2019, with a 5-year average of 6.1. That's mid-pack for the province, and it's also the last ranking ever published for BC high schools, so nothing newer exists. The number is also a poor guide to the thing most families come to R.E. Mountain for, which is the IB Diploma Programme. That's a self-selecting cohort inside a large school, and a whole-school average washes it out completely.
Is R.E. Mountain a good school for the IB program?
It's Langley's IB school, so if you want the IB Diploma in the public system locally, it's the option. What I would actually check before buying in the catchment: whether your child wants the full Diploma or just a few higher-level courses, because those are very different workloads, and how the commute works, since IB students come in from across the district. The school-wide Fraser Institute number isn't the thing to decide on. Go to an information night and talk to a current Diploma student.
What is Langley Secondary School's rating?
Langley Secondary scored 2.8 out of 10 and ranked 243 of 250 in the Fraser Institute's 2020 report card, which scored 2018/2019, with a 5-year average of 3.0. That's the lowest of the Langley schools in that report card, and I'm not going to dress it up. What the number doesn't capture is that it's the district's oldest school, its intake is very different from Walnut Grove's, and its trades and career-readiness programs are a genuine strength for a student heading that way. If your child is university-bound and exam results are your priority, Walnut Grove or Langley Fundamental are the stronger picks. If they want to come out with a trade, this is a real option.
How does Brookswood Secondary rate?
Brookswood scored 6.2 out of 10 and ranked 115 of 250 in the 2020 report card, which scored 2018/2019, with a 5-year average of 5.9, so it was steady rather than climbing or sliding. It sits mid-pack provincially and mid-pack among Langley schools. Brookswood is also one of the areas where the catchment question actually matters for house prices, so confirm the boundary before you make an offer rather than after.
Which Langley high school ranked highest?
Langley Fundamental was highest at 7.8 out of 10, ranked 36 of 250, followed by Walnut Grove at 7.6 and Langley Christian at 7.1. Among the schools profiled on this page, Walnut Grove was highest at 7.6. All of those are 2018/2019 results, which is the last data the Fraser Institute published for BC high schools, so treat the order as history rather than a current league table.
How many high schools are in Langley?
The last published report card included 10 Langley-district secondary schools, a mix of public and independent: Langley Fundamental, Walnut Grove, Langley Christian, Credo Christian, Langley Fine Arts, Brookswood, R.E. Mountain, D W Poppy, Aldergrove, Langley Secondary. This page profiles 5 of them. That count is the schools the Fraser Institute could rate, not a district roster, so check the Langley School District's own site for the current official list and catchment boundaries.
Is there a newer BC high school ranking than 2020?
No. The Fraser Institute discontinued its BC secondary school report card after the 2020 report card, which scored 2018/2019. It still publishes BC elementary annually, and the 2025 elementary edition came out in November 2025 using 2023/2024 results, so elementary data is current. For a current read on a Langley high school, the more useful numbers are the school's own graduation rate and its transition rate to post-secondary, which you can ask the school for directly.
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