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Tennessee Private High Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private high school faculty in Tennessee who have attained an advanced degree is 56% (2026).

The private high school in Tennessee with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Templeton Academy - Nashville, with 92% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026)

# TN Schools Ranked: 90
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 73%–92%
TN School Avg.: 56%
National School Avg.: 56%

Quick Facts (2026)

# TN Schools Ranked: 90
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 73%–92%
TN School Avg.: 56%
National School Avg.: 56%

Tennessee Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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

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Show school map — Tennessee (faculty w/ adv. degree range: 73%–92%, avg 56%)

Advanced Degree Range: 66% 92% Avg. Advanced Degree: 76%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average percentage of private high schools faculty in Tennessee who have attained an advanced degree is 56% for 2026.

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

The top ranked private high schools in Tennessee with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include Templeton Academy - Nashville, Bethel Christian Academy and Calvary Baptist School.

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