| Faculty Race/Ethnicity | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| White | 711 | 88.32% |
| Black or African American | 24 | 2.98% |
| Asian | 21 | 2.61% |
| Multi-Ethnic | 15 | 1.86% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.12% |
The majority of Bates teachers are White. Faculty diversity is considered below average.