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California Private Elementary Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private elementary school faculty in California who have attained an advanced degree is 59% (2026-27).

The private elementary school in California with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Anova Center For Education - ACE Sonoma, As-safa Institute/as-safa Academy, and Canterbury Christian School, among others each with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# CA Schools Ranked: 762
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 100%–100%
CA School Avg.: 59%
National School Avg.: 54%

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# CA Schools Ranked: 762
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 100%–100%
CA School Avg.: 59%
National School Avg.: 54%

California Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	California (CA) avg
2025	59%
2024	58%
2023	58%
2022	59%
2021	58%
2020	57%
2019	57%
2018	57%
2017	57%
2016	56%
2015	56%

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Advanced Degree Range: 99% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 100%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private elementary schools faculty in California who have attained an advanced degree is 59% for 2026-27.

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

The top ranked private elementary schools in California with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include Anova Center For Education - ACE Sonoma, As-safa Institute/as-safa Academy and Canterbury Christian School.

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