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California Private High Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private high school faculty in California who have attained an advanced degree is 62% (2026).

The private high 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 Horizon Prep, among others each with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026)

# CA Schools Ranked: 357
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 99%–100%
CA School Avg.: 61%
National School Avg.: 56%

Quick Facts (2026)

# CA Schools Ranked: 357
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 99%–100%
CA School Avg.: 61%
National School Avg.: 56%

California Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	California (CA) avg
2025	61%
2024	61%
2023	60%
2022	61%
2021	61%
2020	60%
2019	59%
2018	60%
2017	60%
2016	59%
2015	59%

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Show school map — California (faculty w/ adv. degree range: 99%–100%, avg 61%)

Advanced Degree Range: 90% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private high schools faculty in California who have attained an advanced degree is 62% for 2026.

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

The top ranked private high 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 Excelsior School.

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