Iowa Private Schools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private school faculty in Iowa that have attained an advanced degree is 41% (2024).
The private school in Iowa with the highest percentage of their faculty having an advanced degrees is Central Iowa Christian School, with 90%% of their faculty having obtaining an advanced degree.
Advanced Degree Range: 20% 90% Avg. Advanced Degree: 51%

Iowa Private Schools with the Most Educated Faculty (2024)

School
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Central Iowa Christian School
Central Iowa Christian School Photo
(Christian)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 90%
Grades: K-8
1331 Hobart St
Grinnell, IA 50112
(641) 236-3000
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Great River Christian School
(Christian)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 90%
Grades: PK-12
426 Harrison Ave
Burlington, IA 52601
(319) 753-2255
Rank: #3 - 63. - 6.
Alrazi Academy
Alrazi Academy Photo - AlRazi Students learning measurements and math skills ( hands on activities)
(Islamic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 75%
Grades: PK-8
1119 5th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 255-0220
Rank: #3 - 63. - 6.
Northeast Iowa Montessori School
Montessori School
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 75%
Grades: NS-7
604 South Ave
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-6491
Rank: #3 - 63. - 6.
Pella Christian High School
Pella Christian High School Photo - Pella Christian High School Campus Front Entrance
(Christian)
(1)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 75%
Grades: 9-12
300 Eagle Ln
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4440
Rank: #3 - 63. - 6.
St. Augustin Catholic School
(Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 75%
Grades: PK-8
4320 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 279-5947
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Maharishi School
Maharishi School Photo - Maharishi School is a global community with students and families representing more than 30 countries. Our school community is deeply enriched by students of diverse origin who come together to create global awareness and a vibrant school culture with rich traditions.
(3)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 69%
Grades: PK-12
804 Dr Robert Keith Wallace Drive
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Scattergood Friends School
Scattergood Friends School Photo - Scattergood offers a Sustainable Agriculture Endorsement. Students earning this endorsement take five farm-related Project classes over the course of four years, complete an agriculturally-related topic for either their Junior or Senior research papers and design and execute a 30-hour service project with with Scattergood Farm's livestock, 35 acre restored prairie, or 10 acre certified organic vegetable fields and fruit orchards.
(Friends)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 69%
Grades: 9-12
1951 Delta Ave
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 519-1860
Rank: #99.
Prince Of Peace Catholic School
Prince Of Peace Catholic School Photo - The beginning of life-long learning starts here!
(Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 67%
Grades: PK-12
312 S 4th St
Clinton, IA 52732
(563) 242-1663
Rank: #1010.
Xavier High School
(Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 62%
Grades: 9-12
6300 42nd Street Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
(319) 294-6635
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Newman Catholic School
Newman Catholic School Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
(1)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 60%
Grades: K-12
2445 19th St Sw
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-6939
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Rivermont Collegiate
Rivermont Collegiate Photo - The Carriage House: Art classroom and girls' residence
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 60%
Grades: PK-12
1821 Sunset Dr
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(563) 359-1366
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
St. Francis Of Assisi School
(Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 60%
Grades: K-8
7075 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 457-7167
Rank: #1414.
Dowling Catholic High School
(Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 57%
Grades: 9-12
1400 Buffalo Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-1015
Rank: #15 - 2115. - 21.
Hillcrest Academy
Hillcrest Academy Photo - During the first week of school, our students have a fun day out at Crooked Creek Christian Camp. Students get to participate in chapel, play group games, enjoy small group activities, hike through the woods and eat lunch outdoors.
(Mennonite)
(3)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 50%
Grades: 6-12
1421 540th Street SW
Kalona, IA 52247
(319) 656-2073
Rank: #15 - 2115. - 21.
Immanuel Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 50%
Grades: NS
4820 Oster Parkway
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 260-2000
Rank: #15 - 2115. - 21.
Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School
Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 50%
Grades: K-6
1311 E. 18th St
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-8237
Rank: #15 - 2115. - 21.
St. Pauls Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 50%
Grades: K-12
404 W Main
Latimer, IA 50452
(641) 579-6046
Rank: #15 - 2115. - 21.
Victory Christian Academy
Victory Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 50%
Grades: PK-6
805 N 1st St
Indianola, IA 50125
(515) 962-1632
Rank: #15 - 2115. - 21.
Western Christian High School
(Christian)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 50%
Grades: 9-12
925 5th St
Hull, IA 51239
(712) 439-1013
Rank: #15 - 2115. - 21.
Willowwind School
Willowwind School Photo - LEED Gold Certified Building
(1)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 50%
Grades: PK-6
950 Dover St
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 338-6061
Rank: #2222.
Morning Star Academy
Morning Star Academy Photo - Upper school students on their annual field trip to Chicago.
(Christian)
(2)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 43%
Grades: PK-12
1426 Tanglefoot Ln
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(563) 359-5700
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
Iowa Conservatory
Iowa Conservatory Photo - Costume Studio
Special Program Emphasis
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 40%
Grades: 8-12
123 N. Linn St.
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 804-5943
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
North Iowa Christian School
North Iowa Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(4)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 40%
Grades: K-12
811 North Kentucky Avenue
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-6440
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
St. Pius X Catholic School
(Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 40%
Grades: PK-8
3601 66th Street
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 276-1061
Rank: #23 - 2623. - 26.
Unity Christian High School
(Christian)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 40%
Grades: 9-12
216 Michigan Ave Sw
Orange City, IA 51041
(712) 737-4114
Rank: #2727.
St. Francis Catholic School
(Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 35%
Grades: PK-6
310 Columbus Drive
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 753-7977
Rank: #2828.
Dubuque Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(3)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 33%
Grades: K-5
2145 JFK Road
Dubuque, IA 52002
(563) 588-0614
Rank: #2929.
Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12
Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 Photo - State Track Sprinters
(Catholic)
(1)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 30%
Grades: PK-12
502 Franklin St
Bellevue, IA 52031
(563) 872-3356
Rank: #30 - 3230. - 32.
Newton Christian School
Newton Christian School Photo - Students enjoy working on special art projects with local artist Lisa Davis.
(Christian)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 25%
Grades: PK-8
1710 N 11th Avenue E
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-1924
Rank: #30 - 3230. - 32.
Prairie Green School
Prairie Green School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 25%
Grades: NS-6
2009 400th St SW
Oxford, IA 52322
(319) 321-8188
Rank: #30 - 3230. - 32.
Shelby County Catholic School
(Catholic)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 25%
Grades: PK-5
2005 College Pl
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-5634
Rank: #3333.
Heritage Christian School
Heritage Christian School Photo - Our Pre-K program is taught by passionate, state-certified teachers with early childhood education endorsements. They create a nurturing environment where students feel comfortable and safe as they learn and grow.
(Christian)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 24%
Grades: PK-8
255 Hackberry St
North Liberty, IA 52317
(319) 626-4777
Rank: #34 - 3734. - 37.
Ankeny Christian Academy
Ankeny Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 20%
Grades: PK-12
1604 West 1st St
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 965-8114
Rank: #34 - 3734. - 37.
Central Lutheran School
Central Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 20%
Grades: PK-8
310 3rd Street W
Atkins, IA 52206
(319) 223-5271
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Iowa average percentage of Private Schools faculty that have attained an advanced degree?
The Iowa average percentage of Private Schools faculty that have attained an advanced degree is 41% for 2024.
What are the Private Schools with the highest percentage of their faculty having an advanced degrees in Iowa?
The top ranked Private Schools in Iowa include Central Iowa Christian School, Great River Christian School and Alrazi Academy.
What is private high school and private elementary school with the highest percentage of their faculty having an advanced degrees in Iowa?
The private high school with the highest percentage of their faculty having an advanced degrees in Iowa is Great River Christian School, with a value of 90%. The private elementary school with highest percentage of their faculty having an advanced degrees is Central Iowa Christian School, with a value of 90%.

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