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California Private Preschools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private preschool faculty in California who have attained an advanced degree is 58% (2026).

The private preschool in California with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Children's Montessori School, Horizon Prep, and Canterbury Christian School, among others each with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026)

# CA Schools Ranked: 496
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 99%–100%
CA School Avg.: 58%
National School Avg.: 50%

Quick Facts (2026)

# CA Schools Ranked: 496
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 99%–100%
CA School Avg.: 58%
National School Avg.: 50%

California Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	California (CA) avg
2025	58%
2024	57%
2023	55%
2022	56%
2021	56%
2020	55%
2019	56%
2018	54%
2017	54%
2016	53%
2015	51%

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Show school map — California (faculty w/ adv. degree range: 99%–100%, avg 58%)

Advanced Degree Range: 95% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private preschools faculty in California who have attained an advanced degree is 58% for 2026.

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

The top ranked private preschools in California with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include Canterbury Christian School, Children's Montessori School and HeadsUp! Montessori Preschool - Palo Alto.

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