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Highest Percentage International

The average percentage of international students across the 13 ranked military boarding schools is 19% (2026-27).

Among military boarding schools, the one with the highest percentage of international students is Marine Military Academy, with 37%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Military Schools Ranked: 13
Top 20 Range (Highest Percentage International): 4%–38%
Military Schools Avg.: 19%
National Avg.: 27%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Military Schools Ranked: 13
Top 20 Range (Highest Percentage International): 4%–38%
Military Schools Avg.: 19%
National Avg.: 27%

National Average % International Students (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: +3.1% (+0.8% since 2016)

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Year	National avg
2025	26.7% (▲ 0.1 pp)
2024	26.6% (▲ 0.3 pp)
2023	26.3% (▲ 0.4 pp)
2022	25.9% (▲ 0.9 pp)
2021	25% (▼ 0.4 pp)
2020	25.4% (▼ 0.2 pp)
2019	25.6% (▼ 0.8 pp)
2018	26.4% (▼ 0.3 pp)
2017	26.7% (▲ 0.8 pp)
2016	25.9% (▲ 0.5 pp)
2015	25.4% (▲ 0.3 pp)
2014	25.1%

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Show school map — National (% Inter-National Students range: 4%–38%, avg 19%)

% Inter-National Students Range: 4% 38% Avg. % Inter-National Students: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which military boarding schools have the highest percentage of international students?

The military boarding schools with the highest percentage of international students are Marine Military Academy, St. John's Northwestern Academy and Army and Navy Academy.

How many military boarding schools are ranked for the highest percentage of international students?

13 military boarding schools are ranked for the highest percentage of international students.

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