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Raffles American School

Primary and Secondary school in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Peninsular Malaysia

Raffles American School (RAS) is a WASC-accredited American school on a 46-acre campus in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, roughly 30 minutes from Singapore. The curriculum follows Common Core, AERO, and NGSS standards with Advanced Placement courses in upper school. Day tuition ranges from RM 67,800 to RM 89,600 per year. Boarding is available for Grades 5-12 at RM 42,500 per year. Facilities include an Olympic-sized pool, performing arts center, and science labs. SMIPS code JUBB004.

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School Information

Registration Code JUBB004
School Type International Schools
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement
Level Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages 3-17)
Medium of Instruction English
Website raffles-american-school.edu.my/
Annual Fees Mid-Range range (RM 30,000 – RM 60,000)Estimated
Accreditation WASC, EARCOS
Languages English
Gender Co-educational
Boarding Yes
Address Jalan Raffles, Nusajaya Johor Iskandar Puteri 79050 Johor
Postcode 79050
State Johor, Peninsular Malaysia
Phone 07-5098763
Registered With Ministry of Education Malaysia (SMIPS)

About Raffles American School

Raffles American School (RAS) occupies a 46-acre campus in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, within the Iskandar Malaysia economic zone. The school delivers an American curriculum from Pre-K through Grade 12 and holds WASC accreditation, confirming it meets US educational standards. RAS is also an EARCOS member.

The campus is roughly 30 minutes from Singapore by road, and the school draws both Malaysian and expatriate families from the Johor Bahru corridor and across the Causeway. Day and boarding options make RAS accessible to students throughout southern Peninsular Malaysia.

Curriculum at Raffles American School

Raffles American School aligns its programme to three US standard frameworks: Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Mathematics, AERO for internationally contextualised American content, and NGSS for science instruction.

  • Elementary (Pre-K to Grade 5): Core subjects in a homeroom structure. Literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies form the foundation.
  • Middle School (Grades 6-8): Subject-specialist teachers. Students rotate through dedicated classrooms for each discipline.
  • High School (Grades 9-12): Advanced Placement (AP) courses in subjects such as AP Biology, AP Calculus, and AP English Literature. Graduates receive an American high school diploma recognised by universities globally.

College counselling runs from Grade 9 onward, guiding students through US college applications, SAT preparation, and scholarship searches. The AP pathway allows students to earn college credit before graduation.

Fees at Raffles American School

Raffles American School sits in the upper range for international school fees in Johor. The school fees guide explains how to compare day and boarding cost structures.

Fee TypeAmount (RM)
Day tuition (annual)67,800 - 89,600
Boarding (annual, G5-12)42,500

Contact the school for a detailed breakdown by grade level, plus application, registration, and technology fees. The boarding fee covers accommodation, meals, and supervised study.

Admissions at Raffles American School

Raffles American School accepts applications from Pre-K through Grade 12. The admissions process includes submission of previous school transcripts, an entrance assessment, and an English proficiency evaluation. Boarding applicants for Grades 5-12 complete an additional residential readiness review.

The 46-acre campus features an Olympic-sized swimming pool, performing arts center, science laboratories, sports fields, and air-conditioned classrooms. Campus tours can be arranged through the admissions office.

Contact admissions: 07-509 8763.

Raffles American School in Johor

Raffles American School is in Iskandar Puteri, which has 8 registered private schools. The campus sits within the Iskandar Malaysia economic zone, connected to Singapore via the Second Link (roughly 30 minutes by car).

Johor has 32 registered international schools and 50 private schools total. The Johor international schools directory lists every registered option.

Contact: 07-509 8763, raffles-american-school.edu.my.

Questions about Raffles American School

What curriculum does Raffles American School follow?

RAS follows an American curriculum aligned to Common Core State Standards, AERO (American Education Reaches Out), and NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards). Upper school students take Advanced Placement (AP) courses for college credit. Graduates earn an American high school diploma recognised by universities worldwide.

How much are the fees at Raffles American School?

Day tuition ranges from RM 67,800 to RM 89,600 per year depending on grade level. Boarding costs RM 42,500 per year for Grades 5-12. Contact the school for application, registration, and technology fee details.

Does Raffles American School offer boarding?

Yes. Boarding is available for students in Grades 5 through 12, costing RM 42,500 per year. The residential programme includes structured study periods, weekend activities, and pastoral care on the 46-acre campus.

Is Raffles American School accredited?

RAS holds accreditation from WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) and is a member of EARCOS (East Asia Regional Council of Schools). WASC accreditation confirms the school meets US educational standards for curriculum, instruction, and student outcomes.

Where is Raffles American School located?

RAS is at Jalan Raffles, Nusajaya, Iskandar Puteri 79050, Johor. The campus is in the Iskandar Malaysia economic zone, roughly 30 minutes from Singapore via the Second Link. Contact: 07-509 8763.

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