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Illinois Private Preschools with the Most Educated Faculty

The average percentage of private preschool faculty in Illinois who have attained an advanced degree is 49% (2026-27).

The private preschool in Illinois with the highest percentage of their faculty having advanced degrees is Hello Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten, Most Holy Redeemer Elementary School, and St. Walter St. Benedict Elementary School, among others each with 100% of their faculty having obtained an advanced degree.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IL Schools Ranked: 252
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 90%–100%
IL School Avg.: 49%
National School Avg.: 50%

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IL Schools Ranked: 252
Top 20 Range (Faculty W/ Adv. Degree): 90%–100%
IL School Avg.: 49%
National School Avg.: 50%

Illinois Average Faculty With Advanced Degrees (Trends)

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Year	Illinois (IL) avg
2025	49%
2024	47%
2023	47%
2022	47%
2021	46%
2020	46%
2019	46%
2018	46%
2017	45%
2016	45%
2015	46%

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Show school map — Illinois (faculty w/ adv. degree range: 90%–100%, avg 49%)

Advanced Degree Range: 81% 100% Avg. Advanced Degree: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average percentage of private preschools faculty in Illinois who have attained an advanced degree?

The average percentage of private preschools faculty in Illinois who have attained an advanced degree is 49% for 2026-27.

Which private preschools in Illinois have the highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees?

The top ranked private preschools in Illinois with the highest percentage of faculty having advanced degrees include Hello Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten, Montessori Language Academy and Most Holy Redeemer Elementary School.

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