School Information
- Bill Hogarth Secondary School (Grade:9-11) 42/739
- St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School (Grade:JK-8) 267/3037
- St. Brother Andre Catholic High School (Grade:9-12) 281/739
- Fred Varley Public School (Grade:1-1) 228/3037
- Sam Chapman Public School (Grade:2-8)
- St. Edward Catholic Elementary School (Grade:1-8) 796/3037
Location
Community Overview
West Normandy Dr is at South West Corner of Cornell Community. Located in the northeast part of Markham, Cornell is bounded by Highway 407, Ninth Line, Donald Cousens Parkway, and Reesor Road. The area is mainly bordered by farmland and the Rouge River Valley, making it a natural and serene place to call home. The community's roots are surprisingly enjoyable, with its name derived from William Cornell, a Rhode Island resident related to the founder of Cornell University, Ezra Cornell. In terms of housing, Cornell features mostly town, semi-detached, or detached houses with garage parking spaces at the rear, creating an aesthetically pleasing streetscape free of parked cars. In past 3 months, 18 Detached homes were sold at average of $1.28M. Additionally, 49% of residents in this neighborhood are first-generation immigrants, while 32% are second-generation immigrants, contributing to the community's diversity. In West Normandy Dr neighbourhood, you will find many residents are Chinese, East Indian, Filipino, Sri Lankan, and Canadian. YRT/Viva buses also operate in the area, with several routes connecting to nearby communities and transit hubs. Cornell is also home to various businesses catering to community needs, mainly located on Bur Oak Avenue. CF Markville on Highway 7 features a wide range of retail and big-box stores for those seeking larger shopping venues.Cornell residents have access to excellent healthcare facilities besides shopping. Lastly, Cornell is considered a safe and secure community, with many wellness clinics and the Markham Stouffville hospital conveniently across the southern border. Cornell is an excellent neighborhood with great homes, parks, schools, and amenities, making it an excellent place for anyone seeking a diverse and communal living experience.
