Harmony Christian School Photo - Getting our gym ready for the 2018-2019 school year

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% (2025).
The private high school in New York with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is East Academy Of Science & Technology, with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.
Advanced Degree Range: 95% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 98%

New York Private High Schools with the Most Educated Faculty (2025)

School
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 51. - 5.
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 100%
Grades: 9-12
2115 Benson Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11214
(718) 373-0960
Rank: #1 - 51. - 5.
The Harley School
The Harley School Photo - Class outside at The Harley School.
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 100%
Grades: PK-12
1981 Clover Street
Rochester, NY 14618
(585) 442-1770
Rank: #1 - 51. - 5.
The Mary Louis Academy
The Mary Louis Academy Photo - A smart choice for extraordinary girls.
All-girls (Catholic)
(1)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 100%
Grades: 6-12
17621 Wexford Ter
Jamaica, NY 11432
(718) 297-2120
Rank: #1 - 51. - 5.
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 100%
Grades: 6-12
132 W 60th St
New York, NY 10023
(212) 582-3116
Rank: #1 - 51. - 5.
The Windsor School
The Windsor School Photo - Each year, our graduation ceremony takes places at Queens Botanical Garden. We are proud of our 100% graduation rate each year dating back to 1969, our first graduating class. Our graduates gain acceptance to top colleges and universities with substantial scholarship offers.
(10)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 100%
Grades: 7-12
37-02 Main Street
Flushing, NY 11354
(718) 359-8300
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Aaron School
Special Education School
(1)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: K-12
309 East 45th Street and 42 East 30th Street
New York, NY 10016
(212) 867-9594
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Adirondack Christian School
(Baptist)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: PK-12
6065 Nys Route 86
Wilmington, NY 12997
(518) 946-2487
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Amherst Christian Academy
Montessori School (Christian)
(1)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: NS-12
2625 Tonawanda Creek Rd
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 689-9944
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Brooklyn Amity School
Brooklyn Amity School Photo - Our wonderful facility.
(7)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: 1-12
3867 Shore Pkwy
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(718) 891-6100
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
The Browning School
The Browning School Photo
All-boys
(12)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: K-12
52 E 62nd St
New York, NY 10065
(212) 838-6280
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Cardinal O'hara High School
Cardinal O'hara High School Photo - Welcome to Cardinal O'Hara High School!
(Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: 9-12
39 Ohara Rd
Tonawanda, NY 14150
(716) 695-2600
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
The Child School - Legacy High School
Special Education School
(4)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: 1-12
587 Main St
New York, NY 10044
(212) 223-5055
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Cornerstone Christian Academy
(Christian)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: PK-12
60 Holley St
Brockport, NY 14420
(585) 637-4540
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Little River Community School
Alternative School
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: K-12
1227 County Route 25
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 379-9474
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Pathfinder Village School
Pathfinder Village School Photo
Special Education School
(1)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: K-12
3 Chenango Rd
Edmeston, NY 13335
(607) 965-8377
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
St. John The Baptist Diocesan High School
St. John The Baptist Diocesan High School Photo - SJB student produced Stained Glass in front lobby
(Catholic)
(3)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: 9-12
1170 Montauk Highway
West Islip, NY 11795
(631) 587-8000
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Saint Therese Classical Academy and Chesterton Academy
Saint Therese Classical Academy and Chesterton Academy Photo - Our friends from Korea!
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
(4)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: K-12
3348 State Route 208 Building 2
Campbell Hall, NY 10916
(845) 610-5288
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Thornton-donovan School
Alternative School
(1)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: K-12
100 Overlook Cir
New Rochelle, NY 10804
(914) 632-8836
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Toobaa Academy
All-girls (Islamic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: NS-12
31-21 31 Street, Astoria
Astoria, NY 11106
(718) 626-5100
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
Vincent Smith School
Vincent Smith School Photo - Upper School entrance
Special Education School
(3)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: 1-12
322 Port Washington Blvd
Port Washington, NY 11050
(516) 365-4900
Rank: #6 - 216. - 21.
The Whole Child Academy
The Whole Child Academy Photo
Special Education School
(10)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 99%
Grades: K-12
175 Wolf Hill Road
Melville, NY 11747
(631) 423-2658
Rank: #22 - 2322. - 23.
Emma Willard School
Emma Willard School Photo
All-girls
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 98%
Grades: 9-12
285 Pawling Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 833-1301
Rank: #22 - 2322. - 23.
Miraj Islamic School
(Islamic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 98%
Grades: PK-12
307 Victory Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 816-6161
Rank: #24 - 2624. - 26.
Loudonville Christian School
Loudonville Christian School Photo - Come visit our beautiful and inviting campus!
(Christian)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 96%
Grades: PK-12
374 Loudon Road
Albany, NY 12211
(518) 434-6051
Rank: #24 - 2624. - 26.
Our Lady Of Mercy School For Young Women
Our Lady Of Mercy School For Young Women Photo - Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women is the only college preparatory, faith-based private school, exclusively for young women in the Rochester region. We build life-changing competence, confidence, and compassion that prepares and inspires young women to achieve the highest level of success in college, in career, and in the community.
All-girls (Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 96%
Grades: 6-12
1437 Blossom Road
Rochester, NY 14610
(585) 288-7120
Rank: #24 - 2624. - 26.
The Smith School
The Smith School Photo - 2014 Student Group
Alternative School
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 96%
Grades: 7-12
131 West 86th Street
New York, NY 10024
(212) 879-6354
Rank: #27 - 3727. - 37.
Albertus Magnus High School
Albertus Magnus High School Photo
(Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 95%
Grades: 9-12
798 Route 304
Nanuet, NY 10954
(845) 643-3870
Rank: #27 - 3727. - 37.
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 95%
Grades: K-12
8101 Ridge Boulevard
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(718) 833-9090
Rank: #27 - 3727. - 37.
Birch Wathen Lenox School
Birch Wathen Lenox School Photo - The Birch Wathen Lenox School
(10)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 95%
Grades: K-12
210 E 77th Street
New York, NY 10075
(212) 861-0404
Rank: #27 - 3727. - 37.
French-American School of New York
French-American School of New York Photo - FASNY's track record of 100% college acceptance and 100% baccalaureate success places us among the top French-American schools in North America, while our International Baccalaureate Program has been ranked among the best in the United States.
Special Program Emphasis
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 95%
Grades: NS-12
320 East Boston Post Road
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
(914) 250-0401
Rank: #27 - 3727. - 37.
The Homestead School
The Homestead School Photo - The Homestead School derives its uniqueness from the number of enrichment opportunities that it offers. A national evaluation team from the American Montessori Society recognized the school for its "total" environment in which children experience the living lessons of a traditional working barn, complete with livestock and poultry and a mile-long natural and historical trail.
Montessori School
(3)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 95%
Grades: PK-12
428 Hollow Rd
Glen Spey, NY 12737
(845) 856-6359
Rank: #27 - 3727. - 37.
The Karafin School
Special Education School
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 95%
Grades: 9-12
40 Radio Circle Drive, Suite 1
Mount Kisco, NY 10549
(914) 666-9211
Rank: #27 - 3727. - 37.
The Lang School
The Lang School Photo - Our staff and student community is as diverse as it is committed. Lower School students take daily recess at local parks, playgrounds, and gardening plots., while Upper School students can leave campus independently.
Special Education School
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 95%
Grades: K-12
26 Broadway, Suite 900
New York, NY 10004
(212) 977-7777
Rank: #27 - 3727. - 37.
Sacred Heart High School
Sacred Heart High School Photo - Under Classman
(Catholic)
(1)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 95%
Grades: 9-12
34 Convent Ave
Yonkers, NY 10703
(914) 965-3114
Rank: #27 - 3727. - 37.
St. Joseph By The Sea High School
St. Joseph By The Sea High School Photo - College Pride Day
(Catholic)
(2)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 95%
Grades: 9-12
5150 Hylan Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10312
(718) 984-6500
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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 2025.
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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