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Arkansas Private Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private school faculty in Arkansas who have attained an advanced degree is 43% (2026).

The private school in Arkansas with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Jacksonville Christian Academy, with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026)

# AR Schools Ranked: 29
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 20%–100%
AR School Avg.: 43%
National School Avg.: 53%

Quick Facts (2026)

# AR Schools Ranked: 29
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 20%–100%
AR School Avg.: 43%
National School Avg.: 53%

Arkansas Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	Arkansas (AR) avg
2025	43%
2024	44%
2023	45%
2022	46%
2021	46%
2020	42%
2019	45%
2018	44%
2017	45%
2016	39%
2015	35%

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Advanced Degree Range: 1% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average percentage of private schools faculty in Arkansas who have attained an advanced degree?

The average percentage of private schools faculty in Arkansas who have attained an advanced degree is 43% for 2026.

Which private schools in Arkansas have the highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees?

The top ranked private schools in Arkansas with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include Jacksonville Christian Academy, Gospel Light Christian School and Clear Spring School.

Which private high school and private elementary school in Arkansas have the highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees?

The private high school in Arkansas with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Jacksonville Christian Academy, with 100% of their faculty having obtaining an advanced degree. The private elementary school with highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Jacksonville Christian Academy, with 100% of their faculty having obtaining an advanced degree.

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