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Tennessee Private Elementary Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private elementary school faculty in Tennessee who have attained an advanced degree is 55% (2026).

The private elementary school in Tennessee with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Adventist Christian School of Maryville, with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026)

# TN Schools Ranked: 145
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 80%–100%
TN School Avg.: 55%
National School Avg.: 53%

Quick Facts (2026)

# TN Schools Ranked: 145
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 80%–100%
TN School Avg.: 55%
National School Avg.: 53%

Tennessee Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	Tennessee (TN) avg
2025	54%
2024	55%
2023	55%
2022	56%
2021	54%
2020	53%
2019	53%
2018	53%
2017	52%
2016	51%
2015	51%

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Show school map — Tennessee (faculty w/ adv. degree range: 80%–100%, avg 55%)

Advanced Degree Range: 74% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 81%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private elementary schools faculty in Tennessee who have attained an advanced degree is 55% for 2026.

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

The top ranked private elementary schools in Tennessee with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include Adventist Christian School of Maryville, Templeton Academy - Nashville and Ashley Academy.

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