HCS -- Huntsville City Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Huntsville City Schools (HCS) has over nineteen thousand students and 1,000 teachers and support staff. The Huntsville City Schools (HCS) district's salary information presented in the tables below are taken from several government and organizational agencies as listed under each table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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HCS Teacher Salary Details
This table lists average salary and ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Huntsville 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 | $24,620 | $18,750-$29,310 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $56,030 | $47,730 - $62,230 |
| Middle School Teacher | $57,290 | $48,110 - $62,730 |
| High School Teacher | $58,250 | $48,540 - $65,400 |
| PE Teacher | $43,850 | $19,720 - $74,690 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Huntsville, 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 displays average salary and ranges for special education teachers that work for HCS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $54,480 | $45,510 - $64,270 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Huntsville, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Huntsville area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $52,040 | $33,800-$81,030 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $90,250 | $74,160 - $106,990 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $55,640 | $37,430 - $76,880 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Huntsville, 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 Huntsville City Schools (HCS) is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Alabama | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $16,009 | $16,945 |
| Administrators | $13,667 | $18,117 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Huntsville City Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Huntsville City Schools (HCS). 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 Huntsville City Schools (HCS) per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,525 | 1,691 | 1,399 |
| Preschool Teachers | 13 | 46 | 49 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 102 | 121 | 129 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 730 | 815 | 837 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 680 | 710 | 385 |
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 | 2014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervisors & Coordinators | 1 | - | 80 |
| Teaching Assistants | 178 | - | 181 |
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 Huntsville City Schools (HCS) are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | - | 740 | |
| School Administrators | 68 | - | 141 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 77 | - | 81 |
| Student Support Staff | 73 | - | 75 |
| Other Support Staff | 557 | - | 432 |
| Librarians | 44 | - | 43 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | - | 15 |
| Guidance Counselors | 44 | - | 53 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 25 | - | 31 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 18 | - | 22 |
Huntsville City Schools (HCS) Schools
We have listed the 50 schools and their contact information, which is managed by Huntsville City Schools (HCS) in the list below. See more information about each school by clicking on the name.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
- Madison County Schools (29 Schools)
- Madison City Schools (11 Schools)
- Athens City School District (7 Schools)
- Limestone County School District (13 Schools)
- Decatur City Schools (20 Schools)
Huntsville City Schools Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Big Cove
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldsmith-Schiffman Elem 1210 Taylor Rd Big Cove AL 35763 (256) 428-7150 |
PK-5 | 35 | 605 |
Teaching in Hampton Cove
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Cove Middle School 261 Old 431 Hwy Hampton Cove AL 35763 (256) 428-8380 |
6-8 | 30 | 610 |
Teaching in Huntsville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy for Academics & Arts 2800 Poplar St Nw Huntsville AL 35816 (256) 428-7600 |
PK-8 | 40 | 522 |
| Academy for Science & Foreign Language 3221 Mastin Lake Rd Huntsville AL 35810 (256) 428-7000 |
PK-8 | 33 | 474 |
| Blossomwood Elementary School 1321 Woodmont Ave Huntsville AL 35801 (256) 428-7020 |
PK-5 | 29 | 554 |
| Challenger Elementary School 13555 Chaney Thompson Rd Huntsville AL 35803 (256) 428-7060 |
PK-5 | 33 | 585 |
| Challenger Middle School 13555 Chaney Thompson Rd Huntsville AL 35803 (256) 428-7620 |
6-8 | 29 | 526 |
| Chapman Elementary School 2006 Reuben Dr Huntsville AL 35811 (256) 428-7080 |
PK-6 | 18 | 347 |
| Columbia High School 300 Explorer Blvd Huntsville AL 35806 (256) 428-7576 |
9-12 | 43 | 684 |
| Davis Hills Middle School 3221 Mastin Lake Rd Huntsville AL 35810 (256) 428-7660 |
6-8 | 19 | 355 |
| Edward White Middle School 4800 Sparkman Dr Huntsville AL 35810 (256) 428-7680 |
6-8 | 24 | 432 |
| Farley Elementary School 2900 Green Cove Rd Sw Huntsville AL 35803 (256) 428-7160 |
PK-5 | 22 | 338 |
| Highlands Elementary School 2500 Barney Ave Huntsville AL 35810 (256) 428-7200 |
PK-5 | 30 | 440 |
| Huntsville High School 2304 Billie Watkins Sw Huntsville AL 35801 (256) 428-8050 |
9-12 | 92 | 1,749 |
| Huntsville Middle School 817 Adams St Se Huntsville AL 35801 (256) 428-7700 |
6-8 | 30 | 559 |
| James E Williams School 155 Barren Fork Blvd Huntsville AL 35824 (256) 428-7540 |
PK-5 | 24 | 469 |
| Jo Johnson High School 6201 Pueblo Dr Huntsville AL 35810 (256) 428-8100 |
9-12 | 41 | 607 |
| Jones Valley Elementary School 4908 Garth Rd Huntsville AL 35802 (256) 428-7220 |
PK-5 | 25 | 459 |
| Lakewood Elementary School 3501 Kenwood Dr Huntsville AL 35810 (256) 428-7240 |
PK-5 | 29 | 473 |
| Lee High School 2500 Meridian St Huntsville AL 35811 (256) 428-8150 |
9-12 | 47 | 821 |
| Louis J Morris Elementary School 4801 Bob Wallace Ave Sw Huntsville AL 35805 (256) 428-7340 |
PK-5 | 37 | 613 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School 3112 Meridian St Huntsville AL 35811 (256) 428-7100 |
PK-5 | 28 | 398 |
| Mcdonnell Elementary School 4010 Binderton Place Huntsville AL 35805 (256) 428-7280 |
PK-5 | 34 | 601 |
| Monte Sano Elementary School 1107 Monte Sano Blvd Huntsville AL 35801 (256) 428-7300 |
PK-5 | 14 | 196 |
| Montview Elementary School 2600 Garvin Rd Nw Huntsville AL 35810 (256) 428-7320 |
PK-5 | 20 | 309 |
| Mountain Gap Middle School 821 Mt Gap Rd Huntsville AL 35803 (256) 428-7720 |
PK-8 | 42 | 699 |
| New Century Technology Demo High School 2500 Meridian St Nw Huntsville AL 35811 (256) 428-7800 |
9-12 | 20 | 358 |
| Providence Elem 10 Chalkstone St Huntsville AL 35805 (256) 428-7137 |
PK-5 | 47 | 874 |
| Ridgecrest Elementary School 3505 Cerro Vista Sw Huntsville AL 35805 (256) 428-7380 |
PK-5 | 29 | 511 |
| Roger B Chaffee Elementary School 7900 Whittier Rd Huntsville AL 35802 (256) 428-7040 |
PK-5 | 23 | 388 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary School 2109 Hilltop Terr Huntsville AL 35810 (256) 428-7400 |
PK-5 | 24 | 439 |
| Sr Butler High School 3401 Holmes Ave Huntsville AL 35816 (256) 428-7950 |
9-12 | 42 | 623 |
| University Place Elementary School 4503 University Ave Nw Huntsville AL 35816 (256) 428-7440 |
PK-5 | 31 | 576 |
| Virgil Grissom High School 7901 Bailey Cove Rd Huntsville AL 35802 (256) 428-8000 |
9-12 | 100 | 1,849 |
| Weatherly Heights Elementary School 1307 Canstatt Dr Huntsville AL 35803 (256) 428-7460 |
PK-5 | 33 | 527 |
| West Mastin Lake Elementary School 5308 Mastin Lake Rd Nw Huntsville AL 35810 (256) 428-7500 |
PK-5 | 25 | 387 |
| Westlawn Middle School 4217 9th Ave West Huntsville AL 35805 (256) 428-7760 |
6-8 | 36 | 561 |
| Whitesburg Middle School 107 Sanders Rd Huntsville AL 35802 (256) 428-7780 |
PK-8 | 48 | 817 |
| Williams Middle School 155 a Barren Fork Huntsville AL 35824 (256) 428-7330 |
6-8 | 33 | 611 |
Teaching in Owens Cross Rds
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Cove Elementary School 261 Old 431 Hwy Owens Cross Rds AL 35763 (256) 428-7180 |
PK-5 | 29 | 541 |