NAIS Research
From in-depth reports to just-in-time snapshots, get data, analysis, and insights on topics that affect your school.
NAIS Snapshot Surveys
NAIS Snapshot Surveys are brief, targeted surveys on pressing topics. They provide insights for school leaders on the landscape of current independent school practices and trends.
2023-2024 NAIS Governance Study
This report presents the 2023–2024 State of Independent School Governance, NAIS's fifth entry in the series since 2002. For the first time, the report was split into two sections, with Part 1 focusing on the state of governance, and Part 2 on the state of the head-board relationship.
Latest Research
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Interactive
NAIS Data and Research Dashboard: 2026-2027 NAIS Trendbook
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Research Reports
NAIS Snapshot Surveys
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Research Reports
NAIS Research: 2026 Parent Perceptions of School Climate Report
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Research Reports
NAIS Research: 2026 Independent School Health Check Report
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Advisories and Overviews
Education Innovations at Independent and International Schools Around the World
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Research Reports
NAIS Snapshot Survey Archives: 2025-2026
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Research Reports
NAIS Snapshot Survey Archives: 2024-2025
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Research Reports
NAIS Research: Summary of Findings from Mission Advancement Through Financial Assistance
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Research ReportsNAIS Research: Metro Area Report Series
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InteractiveNAIS Data and Research Dashboard: State of the Independent School Sector
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Research ReportsNAIS Research: 2025-2026 State of the Independent School Sector
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Research AdvisoriesNAIS Research Advisory: Fostering Student Belonging: Frameworks, Challenges, and Strategies for Inclusive School Communities
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Research ReportsNAIS Popup Survey: International Student Programs and Global Education
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Research ReportsNAIS Research: 2024-2025 State of the Independent School Sector
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Research and DataNAIS Data and Research Dashboard: Head of School Demographics and Turnover
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Research ReportsNAIS Research: Reporting Structures at Independent Schools