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Connecticut Private Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private school faculty in Connecticut who have attained an advanced degree is 70% (2026-27).

The private school in Connecticut with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Willow Tree Montessori and The Burlington Academy Of Learning, each with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# CT Schools Ranked: 119
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 90%–100%
CT School Avg.: 70%
National School Avg.: 53%

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# CT Schools Ranked: 119
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 90%–100%
CT School Avg.: 70%
National School Avg.: 53%

Connecticut Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	Connecticut (CT) avg
2025	70%
2024	70%
2023	68%
2022	68%
2021	69%
2020	69%
2019	69%
2018	68%
2017	68%
2016	68%
2015	69%

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Show school map — Connecticut (faculty w/ adv. degree range: 90%–100%, avg 70%)

Advanced Degree Range: 81% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private schools faculty in Connecticut who have attained an advanced degree is 70% for 2026-27.

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

The top ranked private schools in Connecticut with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include The Burlington Academy Of Learning, Willow Tree Montessori and Assumption Catholic School.

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

The private high school in Connecticut with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon, with 99% of their faculty having obtaining an advanced degree. The private elementary school with highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Assumption Catholic School, with 99% of their faculty having obtaining an advanced degree.

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