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National Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: +5.8% (+3% since 2016)

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Year	National avg
2025	55% (▲ 1 pp)
2024	54% (— 0 pp)
2023	54% (— 0 pp)
2022	54% (— 0 pp)
2021	54% (— 0 pp)
2020	54% (▲ 1 pp)
2019	53% (— 0 pp)
2018	53% (— 0 pp)
2017	53% (▲ 1 pp)
2016	52% (— 0 pp)
2015	52%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — National (Adv. Degree range: 35%–75%, avg 55%)

Adv. Degree Range: 35% 75% Avg. Adv. Degree: 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the national average of private school faculty with advanced degrees?

The national average of private school faculty with advanced degrees is 55% for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with highest advanced degrees in the United States?

The private schools with highest advanced degrees in the United States include The Henry Barnard School at Providence Country Day, Community of Saints Regional Catholic School and Anchorage Waldorf School.

What is the state with highest average percentage of private school faculty with advanced degrees?

The state with the highest average private school faculty with advanced degrees is New York.

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The state with highest average percentage of private school faculty with advanced degrees is New York , with 75%. The county with the highest average of private school faculty with advanced degrees is Suffolk County, NY with 90%.