Top Schools: National Results & Rankings

Santiago, January 15, 2026

Chile’s Top Schools Revealed in Latest PAES Rankings

Standardized test results are out, and a handful of private schools in Chile are dominating the rankings.

• Cambridge College in Providencia topped the list with an average score of 893.
• The top ten schools are all private institutions, concentrated in the Providencia, Las Condes, Vitacura, and Lo barnechea communes.
• PAES scores are a crucial factor for university admissions in Chile.
• Students can access their individual results through the Ministry of Education and DEMRE portals.

this Monday, scores from the Regular Higher education Access Test (PAES) were announced, a key assessment for entry into universities, professional institutes, and technical training centers across Chile.The results, eagerly anticipated by students and families, also included a ranking of educational establishments based on their average scores.

The information is especially valuable for educational communities and stakeholders analyzing school performance on this standardized measurement. It sparks debate about educational equity and access in the country.

Which Schools Led the PAES 2026 Ranking?

According too a ranking, Cambridge College, located in the Providencia commune, achieved the highest average score of 893. Cordillera School followed in second place, and The Weather Vane secured third, with both institutions situated in the Las Condes commune.

The complete list consists exclusively of paid private schools, ranked as follows:

• Cambridge College (Providencia): 893
• Cordillera School (Las Condes): 889
• The Weather Vane (Las Condes): 872
• Tabancura (Vitacura): 870
• Huinganal (Lo Barnechea): 869
• Hebrew Institute (Lo Barnechea): 865
• Francisco Encina (Ñuñoa): 863
• The Andes (Vitacura): 862
• Pine forests (Chiguayante): 860
• The Grange (The Queen): 856

Did you know? – The PAES is a nationally standardized test used for university admissions, replacing the PSU (Prueba de Selección Universitaria) in 2023.

Pro tip – Students should review their detailed PAES results to identify strengths and areas for advancement before applying to universities.

Reader question – Many students wonder if PAES scores expire.Scores are generally valid for two consecutive submission periods.

Where Can You Consult the PAES Results?

official PAES Regular scores are now available on the website of the Ministry of Education (Mineduc) CLICK HERE, and on the portal of the Department of Educational Evaluation, Measurement and Recording (DEMRE) CLICK HERE.

Applicants can review their individual results by logging in to their DEMRE account with their username and password, accessing detailed information about their performance.