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District Of Columbia Private High Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

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The average percentage of private high school faculty in District Of Columbia who have attained an advanced degree is 71% (2026-27).

The private high school in District Of Columbia with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is British International School of Washington, with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# DC Schools Ranked: 17
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 15%–100%
DC School Avg.: 71%
National School Avg.: 56%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# DC Schools Ranked: 17
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 15%–100%
DC School Avg.: 71%
National School Avg.: 56%

District Of Columbia Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

Total Growth: +13.1% (+8% since 2017)

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Year	National avg	District Of Columbia (DC) avg
2025	57%	69% (▼ 1 pp)
2024	57%	70% (▼ 1 pp)
2023	57%	71% (▲ 1 pp)
2022	56%	70% (▲ 1 pp)
2021	56%	69% (▲ 5 pp)
2020	56%	64% (— 0 pp)
2019	55%	64% (▲ 1 pp)
2018	55%	63% (▲ 2 pp)
2017	55%	61%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Advanced Degree Range: 15% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private high schools faculty in District Of Columbia who have attained an advanced degree is 71% for 2026-27.

Which private high schools in District Of Columbia have the highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees?

The top ranked private high schools in District Of Columbia with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include British International School of Washington, Templeton Academy DC and Sidwell Friends School.

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