Pui Tak Christian School
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To equip young learners academically and spiritually to be future leaders for God's Kingdom. The Organization vision is to see children rise to their potential and succeed in all spheres of life with joy and strength of character.
- Income
- $2.7 million
- Spending
- $1.9 million
- Spent on programs
- 80%
- Reserves
- 2.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 42%
- Employees
- 43
- Volunteers
- 50
- Highest pay
- $85,120, principal
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 65 out of 100. Higher than 47% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 2.9 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 5% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 29% of income.
Income trend
5 of 15Income fell 25% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1580% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 6 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 95 out of 100. Higher than 69% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 259 of 10 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (2)
- $1.4 million spent. Pre School & Jr. Kindergarten: Pui Tak Christian School uses the Creative Curriculum as the framework for the Preschool Program. This is one of three developmentally appropriate curriculums recommended by the National Association of Education for Young Children. The school provides a variety of active and quiet learning-play centers within which a child can make choices, create, and interact with peers and their environment. Learning materials provide concrete experiences and are adaptable to children's many different play levels. The teachers also develop "Units of Study" that thematically complement the children, their cultures, and the community. Elementary School K-3rd Grade: PTCS lower Elementary curriculum not only adheres to Illinois standard of common core but aims to provide training well above and beyond State standards and requirements. We utilize a variety of well-established curricula such as Pearon's enVisionMath, Scholastic's history and social studies, and the STEMScope science along with specifically tailored Language Arts, Mandarin Chinese, Fine Arts, Computer, and Physical Education curriculum. The goal is to acquaint students with a well-selected content of conventional knowledge and develop a wholesome attitude towards learning. In addition, through our curriculum, we aim to prepare lower Elementary students to evolve from an individual to a cooperative member of society while helping them acquire skills needed to grow from basic to formal learning in their upper Elementary years and more. Middle School 4th-8th Grade: PTCS' middle classes utilize the Blended Learning educational philosophy that is especially suitable for mixed-grade classrooms. Blended Learning is a way of teaching that provides teachers with the opportunity and tools to tailor the classroom experience for each student to best fit their needs. Teachers use technology to assist their teaching by having individualized lessons pre-designed into each student's computer to assess their level and select applications for the student. While some students are being individually taught through lessons and quizzes on their computer, teachers can give lessons to another group, leaving no child behind in their classroom experience and ensuring each student is attended to. Pui Tak Christian School is equipped with up-to-date technology and trained teachers to equip children best to thrive.
- $180,604 spent. EXTENDED PROGRAMS After School Programs: The purpose of the After School Program at Pui Tak Christian School is to serve the school by engaging students in intellectual, social and spiritual development outside of the academic day. We seek to instill within each student the Gospel, importance of family, creativity, and a joy in learning. We long to support each child and be a part of his or her story in a unique way.Currently, we offer various programs that tailor to every parent and student's needs. Kids Korner provides the space for student to independently work on homework and socialize with one another while our Tutoring Program offers 1:1 subject-specific help for your child. See Enrichment Programs here.?Jumpstart Summer Program:Our JSP Jumpstart Summer Program welcomes students from PreK-8th grade in July and August for 4 week and 3 week increments, or the complete 7 week program. Teachers review and prepare students in math, reading, and writing. Students engage in art projects, Bible fun, field trips and gym activities.Enrichment Programs: Pui Tak Christian School's Enrichment Program provides the opportunity for pre-school to 8th grade students to explore and learn specialized subjects, such as music, coding, movement, art and more! Classes are offered Monday to Friday and vary according to subjects. Spaces are limited and are offered on a first come first serve basis.Our program currently offers Little Artist, Singing and Storytelling in Mandarin, Pre-Ballet and Munchkin Music lessons for Preschool and Kindergarten; and Piano 1 & 2, Theatre Acting, Fun with Coding, Chess Club, Seasonal Sports, and Ballet for elementary students.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since March 2017.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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