EQAO Performance Overview (2023-2024)
EQAO Score History
| School Year | Score (out of 10) |
|---|---|
| 2023-2024 | 6.1 |
| 2022-2023 | 6.0 |
| 2021-2022 | 6.8 |
School Information
- Address: 707 James St S, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E2V9
- Phone: 807-577-4251
- Email: westgate_office_contacts@lakeheadschools.ca
- Website: http://westgate.lakeheadschools.ca/
- Grade Range: 9-12
Secondary School in Thunder Bay
Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute is a public secondary school in Thunder Bay, Ontario, operated by Lakehead DSB.
Families researching schools near Thunder Bay can use this profile to review EQAO scores, Ontario rank, local rank, board context, demographics, address and contact details.
- School address: 707 James St S, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E2V9
- Compare nearby: Secondary schools in Thunder Bay
- Board context: Lakehead DSB secondary schools
Student Demographics (2023-2024)
Source: Ontario Ministry of Education — School Information and Student Demographics (2023-2024)
Staff Salaries (2024 Sunshine List) — School Board: Lakehead DSB
The following salary data is for all employees earning $100,000+ at Lakehead DSB, the school board that operates Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute.
2024 Salary Breakdown by Role
| Role | Count | Avg Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers | 454 | $127,112 |
| Principals & Vice-Principals | 39 | $151,740 |
| Management & Specialists | 21 | $135,797 |
| Senior Administration | 5 | $165,865 |
| Administrative Support | 3 | $106,430 |
| Facilities & Maintenance | 1 | $110,502 |
| Other Staff | 1 | $142,242 |
| Student Support Services | 1 | $112,567 |
Top 5 Earners at This School Board (2024)
| Name | Title | 2024 Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Sherri-Lynne Pharand | Director | $237,098 |
| Jane Lower | Superintendent of Education | $189,298 |
| Jenny Fenton | Manager of Human Resources and Payroll | $178,342 |
| Kirsti Alaksa | Superintendent of Business | $177,205 |
| Michelle Probizanski | Superintendent of Education | $176,098 |
Source: Ontario Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act — 2024 Data. Includes employees earning $100,000 or more.
School Budget (2024-2025 Fiscal Year) — School Board: Lakehead DSB
Financial data from Lakehead DSB, the school board responsible for Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute.
Estimated School Budget (2024-2025)
⚠️ Estimate calculated as school enrollment share × school board total expenses. Actual allocations may differ.
Source: Ontario Ministry of Education — School Board Financial Reports (Revised Estimates, Fiscal Year 2024-2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EQAO score for Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute (2023-2024)?
Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute has an overall EQAO performance score of 6.1 out of 10 for the 2023-2024 school year, based on the OSSLT and Grade 9 math assessments.
What is the ranking of Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute in Ontario (2023-2024)?
Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute is ranked #530 out of 916 public secondary schools in Ontario for the 2023-2024 school year.
What is the address of Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute?
The address of Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute is 707 James St S, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E2V9.
What school board does Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute belong to?
Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute belongs to Lakehead DSB, its publicly funded school board, located in Thunder Bay, Ontario.