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Alrazi Academy Top 3 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (IA)

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Iowa Private Elementary Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private elementary school faculty in Iowa who have attained an advanced degree is 37% (2026-27).

The private elementary school in Iowa with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Great River Christian School and Central Iowa Christian School, each with 90% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IA Schools Ranked: 44
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 40%–90%
IA School Avg.: 37%
National School Avg.: 54%

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IA Schools Ranked: 44
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 40%–90%
IA School Avg.: 37%
National School Avg.: 54%

Iowa Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	Iowa (IA) avg
2025	38%
2024	39%
2023	39%
2022	38%
2021	39%
2020	39%
2019	40%
2018	35%
2017	30%
2016	32%
2015	34%

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Advanced Degree Range: 20% 90% Avg. Advanced Degree: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private elementary schools faculty in Iowa who have attained an advanced degree is 37% for 2026-27.

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

The top ranked private elementary schools in Iowa with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include Central Iowa Christian School, Great River Christian School and Alrazi Academy.

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