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New York Private High Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private high school faculty in New York who have attained an advanced degree is 76% (2026-27).

The private high school in New York with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Professional Children's School, The Mary Louis Academy, and The Harley School, among others each with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# NY Schools Ranked: 173
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 99%–100%
NY School Avg.: 76%
National School Avg.: 56%

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# NY Schools Ranked: 173
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 99%–100%
NY School Avg.: 76%
National School Avg.: 56%

New York Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	New York (NY) avg
2025	76%
2024	75%
2023	75%
2022	74%
2021	74%
2020	74%
2019	73%
2018	72%
2017	71%
2016	70%
2015	68%

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Show school map — New York (faculty w/ adv. degree range: 99%–100%, avg 76%)

Advanced Degree Range: 95% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private high schools faculty in New York who have attained an advanced degree is 76% for 2026-27.

Which private high schools in New York have the highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees?

The top ranked private high schools in New York with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include East Academy Of Science & Technology, The Harley School and The Mary Louis Academy.

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