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Rhode Island Private High Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private high school faculty in Rhode Island who have attained an advanced degree is 62% (2026).

The private high school in Rhode Island with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Portsmouth Abbey School and School One, each with 80% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026)

# RI Schools Ranked: 14
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 3%–80%
RI School Avg.: 62%
National School Avg.: 56%

Quick Facts (2026)

# RI Schools Ranked: 14
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 3%–80%
RI School Avg.: 62%
National School Avg.: 56%

Rhode Island Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	Rhode Island (RI) avg
2025	62%
2024	62%
2023	61%
2022	59%
2021	59%
2020	59%
2019	62%
2018	60%
2017	59%
2016	59%
2015	57%

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Advanced Degree Range: 3% 80% Avg. Advanced Degree: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private high schools faculty in Rhode Island who have attained an advanced degree is 62% for 2026.

Which private high schools in Rhode Island have the highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees?

The top ranked private high schools in Rhode Island with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include Portsmouth Abbey School, School One and St. George's School.

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