RCPS -- Roanoke City Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Roanoke City Public Schools oversees 26 schools with just over 900 teachers. The Roanoke City Public Schools administration and teacher salary information provided in the data tables below are obtained from several government agencies as noted below the data tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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RCPS Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists the average salary for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Roanoke and surrounding areas. There can be wide variations in salary, which can be attributed to experience or education levels. For example, a teacher with a master's in education may have higher salary than an entry level teacher.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $40,530 | $22,880-$61,500 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $54,120 | $35,770 - $64,380 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $69,760 | $38,350 - $133,500 |
| Middle School Teacher | $68,780 | $46,370 - $104,980 |
| High School Teacher | $70,500 | $38,550 - $135,380 |
| PE Teacher | $49,160 | $24,600 - $72,650 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Roanoke, SOC Codes: 25-2011, 25-2012, 25-2021, 25-2022, 25-2031, 27-2022, 25-3098, 25-9041
Special Education Teacher Salary
The table below lists the average salary for special education teachers that work for RCPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $69,190 | $47,730 - $119,900 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Roanoke, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Roanoke area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $102,540 | $76,350 - $131,650 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $67,660 | $41,160 - $102,780 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Roanoke, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Employee and Teacher Benefits (Estimated)
The estimated value of administrator and teacher benefits provided by Roanoke City Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $16,064 | $15,881 |
| Administrators | $17,769 | $15,095 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Roanoke City Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Roanoke City Public Schools. This information is obtained through a self reported survey provided by the NCES Universe Survey.
Total Number of Teachers Employed
Total number of teachers employed by Roanoke City Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 958 | 936 | 928 |
| Preschool Teachers | 26 | 19 | 29 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 69 | 72 | 80 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 431 | 436 | 426 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 433 | 409 | 394 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
Instructional Supervisors, Coordinators, and Teaching Assistants
Total number of instructional supervisors, coordinators, and teaching assistant jobs are listed in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervisors & Coordinators | 16 | 16 | 17 |
| Teaching Assistants | 301 | 291 | 275 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
District and School Administrators and Support Staff
Total number of school administrators and support staff that work for Roanoke City Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 467 | 467 | 471 |
| District Administrators | 28 | 28 | 27 |
| District Support Staff | 33 | 31 | 42 |
| School Administrators | 42 | 48 | 48 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 55 | 50 | 51 |
| Student Support Staff | 60 | 33 | 34 |
| Other Support Staff | 293 | 278 | 269 |
| Librarians | 23 | 22 | 23 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 36 | 35 |
| Guidance Counselors | 37 | 36 | 40 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 17 | 16 | 17 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 15 | 15 | 16 |
Roanoke City Public Schools Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, Roanoke City Public Schools operates 26 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed below. To view additional information about each school click on the school link.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
- Roanoke County Public Schools (27 Schools)
- Salem City Public Schools District (6 Schools)
- Botetourt County Public Schools (12 Schools)
- Craig County Public Schools District (2 Schools)
- Franklin County Public Schools (16 Schools)
Roanoke City Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School 1220 5th St Nw Roanoke VA 24016 (540) 853-2681 |
6-8 | 34 | 628 |
| Breckinridge Middle School 3901 Williamson Rd Nw Roanoke VA 24012 (540) 853-2251 |
6-8 | 31 | 548 |
| Crystal Spring Elementary School 2620 Carolina Ave Sw Roanoke VA 24014 (540) 853-2976 |
PK-5 | 24 | 347 |
| Fairview Magnet Elementary School 648 Westwood Blvd Nw Roanoke VA 24017 (540) 853-2978 |
PK-5 | 31 | 469 |
| Fallon Park Elementary School 502 19th St Se Roanoke VA 24013 (540) 853-2535 |
PK-5 | 42 | 676 |
| Fishburn Park Elementary School 3057 Colonial Ave Sw Roanoke VA 24015 (540) 853-2931 |
PK-5 | 22 | 322 |
| Garden City Elementary School 3718 Garden City Blvd Se Roanoke VA 24014 (540) 853-2971 |
PK-5 | 23 | 341 |
| Grandin Court Elementary School 2815 Spessard Ave Sw Roanoke VA 24015 (540) 853-2867 |
KG-5 | 22 | 336 |
| Highland Park Magnet Elementary School 1212 5th St Sw Roanoke VA 24016 (540) 853-2963 |
PK-5 | 23 | 376 |
| Huff Lane Microvillage School 2020 Oakland Blvd Roanoke VA 24012 (540) 853-2756 |
PK-5 | 38 | 620 |
| Hurt Park Elementary School 1525 Salem Ave Sw Roanoke VA 24016 (540) 853-2986 |
PK-5 | 28 | 379 |
| James Madison Middle School 1160 Overland Rd Sw Roanoke VA 24015 (540) 853-2351 |
6-8 | 40 | 616 |
| Lincoln Terrace Saturn Network School 1802 Liberty Rd Nw Roanoke VA 24012 (540) 853-2994 |
KG-5 | 21 | 295 |
| Monterey Elementary School 4501 Oliver Rd Ne Roanoke VA 24012 (540) 853-2933 |
PK-5 | 35 | 561 |
| Morningside Elementary School 1716 Wilson Ave Se Roanoke VA 24013 (540) 853-2991 |
PK-5 | 21 | 307 |
| Oakland Intermediate School 3142 Preston Ave Nw Roanoke VA 24012 (540) 853-2996 |
PK-5 | 28 | 444 |
| Patrick Henry High School 2102 Grandin Rd Sw Roanoke VA 24015 (540) 853-2255 |
9-12 | 122 | 1,891 |
| Roanoke Academy / Math & School 1616 Nineteenth St Nw Roanoke VA 24017 (540) 853-2751 |
PK-5 | 37 | 459 |
| Stonewall Jackson Middle School 1004 Montrose Ave Se Roanoke VA 24013 (540) 853-6040 |
6-8 | 37 | 620 |
| Virginia Heights Elementary School 1210 Amherst Ave Sw Roanoke VA 24015 (540) 853-2937 |
PK-5 | 22 | 377 |
| Wasena Elementary School 1125 Sherwood Ave Sw Roanoke VA 24015 (540) 853-2914 |
KG-5 | 19 | 262 |
| Westside Elementary School 1441 Westside Blvd Nw Roanoke VA 24017 (540) 853-2967 |
PK-5 | 43 | 751 |
| William Fleming High School 3649 Ferncliff Ave Nw Roanoke VA 24017 (540) 853-2781 |
9-12 | 91 | 1,438 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School 1813 Carter Rd Sw Roanoke VA 24015 (540) 853-2358 |
6-8 | 32 | 471 |