OFFICIAL: Top 10 Best Schools In Jamaica For 2020 Ranked

Jamaica is an island country situated in the Caribbean Sea. Spanning 10,990 square kilometres (4,240 sq mi) in area, it is the third-largest island of the Greater Antilles and the fourth-largest island country in the Caribbean. Jamaica lies about 145 kilometres (90 mi) south of Cuba, and 191 kilometres (119 mi) west of Hispaniola (the island containing the countries of Haiti and the Dominican Republic).

For many years, Jamaica has achieved universal primary education. The six years of primary school education in Jamaica is compulsory and free. Children receive their instruction in English and remain there between the ages of 6 and 12. Schools may be state-owned, or private preparatory schools. Below are the top 10 best schools in Jamaica.

10. St Hilda’s High School 

Hilda’s Diocesan High School for girls is owned by the Anglican Diocese. The school is deeply committed to providing students with quality education.

Therefore it seeks always to promote and encourage high academic achievements. Training is geared to the fostering and engendering of social adjustment all areas of life.

Students are educated to take responsibility for their individual development. By doing so, they will cultivate and display cultural, environment and moral awareness. Ultimately it is hoped that our students will emerge as leaders able to articulate desirable societal values and attitudes.

9. St Andrew High School for Girls 

St Andrew High School has been at the forefront of secondary education and has a heralded history of excellence now documented in the Emrie James Museum.  

Founded in 1925 through a partnership between the Presbyterian Church and the Wesleyan Synod of Jamaica, SAHS today is one of the best opportunities for secondary education in Jamaica.

St Andrew graduates have blazed trails, recorded distinguished career achievements and holding ever-true to the school motto “Life More Abundant” have made significant contributions to Jamaica and the world.