American School of Guatemala

What American School of Guatemala does

The American School of Guatemala (CAG, also known as Colegio Americano de Guatemala) is an independent, non-profit, non-denominational college preparatory school operating as the legally constituted laboratory school of Universidad del Valle de Guatemala under the Grupo Educativo Del Valle educational group. Founded in 1945 in Guatemala City, CAG serves approximately 1,820 students from Pre-Kinder through Grade 12 across Lower School, Middle School, and High School divisions, with instruction in English within a bilingual Spanish-English bicultural framework. The school is fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), with its third accreditation extension granted in 2022, and holds MINEDUC Laboratory School status renewed in 2016 for a 20-year period.

CAG's academic portfolio includes 25+ Advanced Placement courses including the AP Capstone Diploma Program, Minimesters (one-week intensive electives), and a Student-Centered Course Catalog, supplemented by 80+ extracurricular activities, eight competitive sports programs competing regionally through AASCA, and an internship program partnering with Guatemalan companies. The school employs 260 educators (with 75% holding master's degrees or higher among schoolwide educators and 90+ international faculty) supported by a Teacher Induction Program that integrates with UVG's Faculty of Education. Revenue is generated primarily through tiered tuition (Q103,110-Q111,050 annually depending on grade level, with 5% early-payment discount), one-time enrollment fees of US$5,000-$5,600 per new student, and approximately $3 million in annual scholarships disbursed through the Young Scholars Academy. Ancillary programs include Hornet Camps (summer), and a comprehensive library housing over 36,300 volumes. The student body represents 24 nationalities and 70% of seniors matriculate to colleges outside Guatemala.

Name

American School of Guatemala

Legal name

American School of Guatemala

Website

https://cag.edu.gt

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

The American School of Guatemala (CAG) is a non-profit, NEASC-accredited bilingual K-12 college preparatory school in Guatemala City, serving approximately 1,820 students with 25+ AP courses, 80+ extracurriculars, and the legal status of laboratory school under Universidad del Valle de Guatemala.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International Curriculum Early Learning Academies (e.g., IB Early Years) (EDACADAK)

Keywords

• K-12 private education
• College preparatory programs
• Bilingual international schooling
• NEASC accredited school
• Advanced Placement curriculum

Headquarters

HQ city

Vista Hermosa

HQ country

Guatemala

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Revenue: The school generates primary revenue through tuition fees paid by families. Tuition is tiered by grade level (Pre-Kinder through Grade 12) and can be paid annually or in 10 monthly installments from August through May. A 5% discount applies for full annual payment before August 15.
2. Enrollment Fees: New students pay enrollment fees ranging from US$5,000 to US$5,600 depending on school section (Lower School, Middle School, or High School). Returning students pay re-enrollment fees in local currency with early payment discounts.
3. Financial Aid/Scholarships: The school awards approximately $3 million annually in scholarships to graduates through the Young Scholars Academy program, supporting students who cannot access CAG education without financial assistance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The American School of Guatemala delivers a bilingual (Spanish-English) American-style college preparatory education from Pre-Kinder through Grade 12, organized into Lower School, Middle School, and High School divisions, supplemented by 22+ Advanced Placement courses, Minimesters intensive electives, 80+ extracurricular activities, competitive athletics, college counseling, and student support services. The school also operates the Young Scholars Academy scholarship program, the Teacher Induction Program, and the Hornet Camps summer program open to the broader community.

Product overview

The American School of Guatemala (CAG) is an independent, non-profit, college preparatory school offering a comprehensive P-12 educational program from Pre-Kinder through Grade 12. The school's portfolio includes Lower School (Pre-K to Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), and High School (Grades 9-12) programs, with a core college preparatory curriculum supplemented by the AP Program (22+ AP courses including AP Capstone), Minimesters (intensive one-week elective courses), and Student-Centered Course Catalog allowing students to propose courses. Beyond academics, CAG offers Hornet Athletics (8 competitive sports), Extracurricular Activities (80+ clubs across Leadership, Performing Arts, STEM, Visual Arts, and Life Skills), Hornet Camps (summer programs including HPC Basketball with Junior NBA and HPC Soccer with La Liga), Internship Program, Service Learning, and Student Support Services including the Learning Lab and Writing Center. The school also operates the Young Scholars Academy scholarship program and Teacher Induction Program. CAG is fully accredited by NEASC and recognized by Guatemala's Ministry of Education as a Laboratory School.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lower School Program Pre-Kinder through Grade 5 program focused on nurturing meaningful lives through student-centered curriculum, play-based learning in early childhood, and foundational academic skills. Designed for young children of families seeking bilingual, internationally accredited education.
• Middle School Program Grades 6-8 program designed as a bridge between Lower and High School, focusing on skill acquisition, age-appropriate learning, and character development. Serves adolescent students transitioning to higher academic demands.
• High School Program Grades 9-12 college preparatory program offering holistic education, AP courses, Minimesters, and student-centered course selection with over 20 AP course offerings including AP Capstone Diploma Program. Designed for students preparing for international university admission.
• Young Scholars Academy (YSA) Scholarship Program Scholarship program hosting 15 students per graduating class from grades 9-12, providing access to CAG's academic program and college-level scholarship opportunities, culminating in a dual diploma (Bachillerato en Ciencias y Letras and NEASC High School diploma). For Guatemalan students who could not otherwise access CAG.
• Hornet Camps Summer camp program offering HPC Basketball (in partnership with Junior NBA), HPC Soccer (in partnership with La Liga), Hive Five (Grades K-8), and FUNdamentals Camp for recreational activities and skill development. Open to CAG students and the broader community.
• Extracurricular Activities (ECA) Program After-school program offering 80+ activities across Leadership (Debate, Student Government, Model UN, NHS), Performing Arts (Theater, Choir, Violin, Piano, Marimba), STEM (Robotics, Chess, Destination Imagination), Sports (8 sports), Visual Arts, and Life Skills. Available to enrolled students.
• Hornet Athletics Program Competitive and non-competitive sports program including Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, Swimming, Volleyball, Track & Field, Cheerleading, and Table Tennis, with participation in AASCA regional tournaments. Available to enrolled students.
• Teacher Induction Program Two-year paid internship program for recent graduates pursuing education careers, offering scholarship for UVG Faculty of Education studies, English classes, and global professional development opportunities. Targeted at aspiring teachers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% of seniors attend college outside Guatemala
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration11 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1972CAG serves as the laboratory school of Universidad del Valle de Guatemala. Both institutions function separately but maintain a mutually supportive relationship with the shared goal of positively impacting education in Guatemala. The school is part of Del Valle Grupo Educativo.
• New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFull accreditation in the U.S. by NEASC, with third accreditation extension granted in 2022. Provides international recognition and ensures compliance with rigorous educational standards.
• Association of American Schools in Central America (AASCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember organization sponsoring educational, sports, and art events for students and professional development activities for teachers of member schools. CAG participates in 5 sports: Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Track & Field, and Volleyball.
• AMISA (Association of American Schools in Central America)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive member of AMISA, an organization for American schools in Central America providing educational resources and professional development.
• Tri-AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive member of the umbrella Tri-Regional Association of American Schools in Mexico, Central America, Colombia and the Caribbean.
• College BoardcoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial provider of authorized AP courses and College Board testing services including SAT, PSAT, and AP exams. School Code: 854200.
• Guatemalan Ministry of Education (MINEDUC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecognized by the Guatemalan Ministry of Education as a Laboratory School ('Escuela de Ensayo'), with status authorized by presidential decree in 1948 and renewed in 2016 for 20 years.
• La LigaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional soccer training partnership providing high performance soccer training for students through HPC Soccer camps.
• Junior NBAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional basketball training partnership providing high performance basketball training for students through HPC Basketball camps.
• Various Guatemalan Companies and OrganizationsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAG's Internship Program partners with leading companies in Guatemala to provide students real-world business skills, mentor connections, and networking opportunities.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lincoln School: Non-profit, non-denominational American international school in San José, Costa Rica serving Pre-K through Grade 12 with IB programs and strong college placement. Highly comparable in mission, size, and Central American international-school positioning.
• Carol Morgan School: American international school in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic offering Pre-K through Grade 12. Direct comparable as a non-profit, English-language international school serving elite and expat families in the Caribbean/Central American region.
• Colegio Maya: International college preparatory school in Guatemala City offering IB and American-style curriculum from Pre-K through Grade 12. Most direct in-country competitor to CAG for bilingual college prep families.
• American School of San Salvador: American international school in El Salvador serving Pre-K through Grade 12 with U.S. accreditation and AP programs. Highly comparable in mission, accreditation profile, and Central American expat/elite family market.
• Escuela Internacional Sampedrana: International bilingual school in San Pedro Sula, Honduras offering K-12 American-style curriculum. Comparable in mission, regional premium positioning, and Central American international-school market.
• International School of Panama: Non-profit, non-denominational international school in Panama City offering Pre-K through Grade 12 with IB and AP programs. Comparable in accreditation, premium positioning, and bilingual curriculum model.
• The British School of Guatemala: In-country competitor offering British/international curriculum in Guatemala City. Comparable as a premium international school targeting the same elite Guatemalan and expat family segment.

Others

• Tri-Association: Umbrella accrediting body for American international schools in Mexico, Central America, Colombia and the Caribbean, of which CAG is an active member. Relevant peer as the ecosystem organization providing shared standards, professional development, and inter-school competitions.

Broad incumbents

• Asociación Colegio Americano de Puebla: Non-profit American international school in Mexico offering K-12 with College Board accreditation. Comparable as a long-established, accredited international school serving bilingual college-prep families in Latin America.
• Pan-American School of Porto Alegre: Non-profit American international school in Brazil offering K-12 with IB and College Board accreditation. Comparable as a long-established (since 1961) American-style international school in Latin America serving elite families.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/american_school_of_guatemala
• Xx.com/avisponcag

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

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