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Minnesota Private Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private school faculty in Minnesota who have attained an advanced degree is 51% (2026).

The private school in Minnesota with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Mary Queen Of Peace Catholic School, Holy Trinity School, and Discovery Montessori School, among others each with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026)

# MN Schools Ranked: 166
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 85%–100%
MN School Avg.: 51%
National School Avg.: 53%

Quick Facts (2026)

# MN Schools Ranked: 166
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 85%–100%
MN School Avg.: 51%
National School Avg.: 53%

Minnesota Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	Minnesota (MN) avg
2025	51%
2024	50%
2023	52%
2022	51%
2021	52%
2020	53%
2019	54%
2018	53%
2017	53%
2016	52%
2015	51%

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Show school map — Minnesota (faculty w/ adv. degree range: 85%–100%, avg 51%)

Advanced Degree Range: 80% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private schools faculty in Minnesota who have attained an advanced degree is 51% for 2026.

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

The top ranked private schools in Minnesota with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include Community of Saints Regional Catholic School, Discovery Montessori School and Holy Trinity School.

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

The private high school in Minnesota with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Holy Trinity School, with 100% of their faculty having obtaining an advanced degree. The private elementary school with highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Community of Saints Regional Catholic School, with 100% of their faculty having obtaining an advanced degree.

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