FFCHS -- Fountain-Fort Carson High School
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 500 teachers and instructors and 8,000 students that are enrolled at the 12 schools operated by FFCHS. The tables below profile teacher salaries at FFCHS. The data is taken from multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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FFCHS Teacher Salary Details
This table details average salary ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Colorado Springs region. 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 | $36,810 | $30,620-$46,780 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $49,400 | $38,060 - $62,550 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $53,480 | $38,690 - $73,020 |
| Middle School Teacher | $53,440 | $38,640 - $73,700 |
| High School Teacher | $55,630 | $39,850 - $77,800 |
| PE Teacher | $65,140 | $29,490 - $105,410 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Colorado Springs, 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 details average salary ranges for special education teachers who work for FFCHS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $36,810 | $30,620-$46,780 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $54,350 | $38,730 - $66,890 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Colorado Springs, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Colorado Springs area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $57,280 | $42,640-$79,210 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $99,790 | $77,480 - $130,310 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $56,940 | $44,280 - $77,910 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Colorado Springs, 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 FFCHS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Colorado | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $11,384 | $11,603 |
| Administrators | $12,218 | $11,368 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Fountain-Fort Carson High School Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by FFCHS. 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 FFCHS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 461 | 477 | 500 |
| Preschool Teachers | 12 | 14 | 13 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 40 | 42 | 52 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 244 | 251 | 261 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 166 | 170 | 174 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistants | 123 | 133 | 137 |
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 FFCHS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 272 | 272 | 285 |
| District Administrators | 8 | 10 | 9 |
| District Support Staff | 32 | 32 | 37 |
| School Administrators | 30 | 29 | 29 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 43 | 42 | 43 |
| Student Support Staff | 51 | 52 | 54 |
| Other Support Staff | 107 | 107 | 112 |
| Librarians | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| Guidance Counselors | 17 | 19 | 19 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 10 | 11 | 11 |
FFCHS Schools
We have listed the 12 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by FFCHS in the list 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:
- Widefield School District 3 (16 Schools)
- Harrison School District 2 (24 Schools)
- Cheyenne Mountain School District 12 (11 Schools)
- Hanover 28 School District (2 Schools)
- Colorado Springs School District 11 (61 Schools)
Fountain-Fort Carson High School Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Colorado Springs
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weikel Elementary School 6565 Lindstrom St Colorado Springs CO 80902 (303) 866-6600 |
PK-5 | 46 | 846 |
Teaching in Fort Carson
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abrams Elementary School 600 Chiles Ave Fort Carson CO 80902 (719) 382-1490 |
KG-5 | 33 | 488 |
| Carson Middle School 6200 Prussman Blvd Fort Carson CO 80902 (719) 382-1610 |
6-8 | 46 | 748 |
| Mountainside Elementary School 5506 Harr Ave Fort Carson CO 80902 (719) 382-1430 |
KG-5 | 35 | 485 |
| Patriot Elementary School 7010 Harr Ave Fort Carson CO 80902 (719) 382-1460 |
KG-5 | 44 | 741 |
Teaching in Fountain
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aragon Elementary School 211 South Main St Fountain CO 80817 (719) 382-1340 |
PK-5 | 33 | 480 |
| Eagleside Elementary School 9750 Sentry Dr Fountain CO 80817 (719) 382-1520 |
PK-5 | 41 | 654 |
| Fountain Middle School 515 North Sante Fe Fountain CO 80817 (719) 382-1580 |
6-8 | 57 | 918 |
| Fountain-Fort Carson High School 900 Jimmy Camp Rd Fountain CO 80817 (719) 382-1640 |
9-12 | 100 | 1,713 |
| Jordahl Elementary School 800 Progress Dr Fountain CO 80817 (719) 382-1400 |
PK-5 | 29 | 467 |
| Lorraine Secondary School 301 East Iowa Fountain CO 80817 (719) 382-1550 |
6-12 | 9 | 119 |
| Mesa Elementary School 400 Camino Del Rey Fountain CO 80817 (719) 382-1370 |
PK-5 | 27 | 430 |