Top English Private Schools in Puerto Rico: Nonprofits That Are Still Exclusively Private
Fundación Futuro Brillante is dedicated to supporting public education and enhancing opportunities for students across Puerto Rico. While our focus is on public schools, we understand that many families relocating to the island may be considering private school options.
If you’re one of those families, here’s a look at some of the top English private schools on the island: St. John’s School, Baldwin School of Puerto Rico, The TASIS School in Dorado, and Robinson School. While these schools are not affiliated with our nonprofit, they are considered among the best in terms of academic quality and student experience.
But here’s the catch: Despite their reputation and high tuition costs, these schools are technically nonprofit organizations. While nonprofit status is more often associated with public service organizations, it doesn’t necessarily make these private schools more affordable or accessible. Here’s a closer look:
- St. John’s School
Located in San Juan, St. John’s is one of the oldest and most prestigious private schools in Puerto Rico. It offers a rigorous curriculum and college-preparatory environment from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade. Although it operates as a nonprofit, St. John’s tuition fees are high, making it a choice primarily for families with greater financial resources.
- Baldwin School of Puerto Rico
Situated in Bayamón, Baldwin School offers a well-rounded education from pre-kindergarten through high school. As a nonprofit institution, Baldwin emphasizes holistic student development. However, like St. John’s, its tuition costs can be a barrier for many families in Puerto Rico.
- The TASIS School in Dorado (Dorado Baldwin School)
Formerly known as Dorado Academy, The TASIS School in Dorado is part of the global TASIS network, offering an international curriculum. It focuses on preparing students for top universities worldwide. Although TASIS Dorado is a nonprofit, its premium tuition rates make it an exclusive option for families with substantial resources.
- Robinson School
Robinson School, located in San Juan, has a long history of offering an international, college-preparatory curriculum. It is a nonprofit organization, but like the other schools mentioned, its high tuition fees make it financially inaccessible for many local families.
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While these schools may have nonprofit status, their high tuition fees underscore the disparity between private and public education in Puerto Rico. As nonprofits, these institutions reinvest their income into educational programs, but their exclusive nature and cost make them out of reach for most local families.
At Fundación Futuro Brillante, our mission is to advocate for public schools and ensure that every student, regardless of financial background, has access to a high-quality education. While these private nonprofit schools provide exceptional opportunities for those who can afford them, we believe in expanding educational opportunities for all Puerto Rican children.
How to Check Nonprofit Status in Puerto Rico:
- Corporations Division: The Puerto Rico Department of State provides an online search tool for business and nonprofit registrations. You can check if an organization is registered as a nonprofit by searching for its name through the Corporations Division on the official government website.
- Visit the Puerto Rico Department of State and navigate to the business and nonprofit sections.
- Puerto Rico’s Internal Revenue Code: Nonprofits are also required to register with the Puerto Rico Treasury Department (Departamento de Hacienda) to receive tax-exempt status. The official database for this would be through the Puerto Rico Department of Treasury website, where you can confirm an organization’s tax-exempt status (also known as the Exempt Status Certificate).
- Visit the Puerto Rico Treasury Department for more information.
For more details on these schools, visit their official websites: