LPSD -- Lewis-Palmer School District 38
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 operates 9 schools with just over 300 teachers and support staff. The Lewis-Palmer School District 38 faculty and staff salary figures presented in the following tables are obtained from several government agencies as noted 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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LPSD Teacher Salary Details
The following table details average salary and ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Colorado Springs 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 | $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 lists average salary and ranges for special education teachers who work for LPSD 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 Lewis-Palmer School District 38 is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Colorado | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $11,817 | $11,602 |
| Administrators | $10,381 | $11,368 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Lewis-Palmer School District 38. 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 Lewis-Palmer School District 38 per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 307 | 316 | 350 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 20 | 21 | 23 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 136 | 143 | 165 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 148 | 151 | 159 |
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 | 13 | 12 | 13 |
| Teaching Assistants | 98 | 95 | 118 |
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 Lewis-Palmer School District 38 are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 202 | 202 | 226 |
| District Support Staff | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| School Administrators | 15 | 17 | 17 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 35 | 33 | 35 |
| Student Support Staff | 24 | 20 | 24 |
| Other Support Staff | 123 | 101 | 120 |
| Guidance Counselors | 12 | 14 | 14 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 8 | 10 | 10 |
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Schools
We have listed the 9 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by Lewis-Palmer School District 38 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:
- Academy District 20 (32 Schools)
- Woodland Park Region-2 School District (5 Schools)
- Manitou Springs 14 School District (4 Schools)
- Falcon School District 49 (22 Schools)
- Colorado Springs School District 11 (61 Schools)
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Colorado Springs
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ray E Kilmer Elementary School 4285 Walker Rd Colorado Springs CO 80908 (719) 488-4740 |
PK-6 | 25 | 372 |
Teaching in Monument
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Best Elementary School 1330 Creekside Dr Monument CO 80132 (719) 488-4770 |
PK-6 | 49 | 930 |
| Lewis-Palmer Elementary School 1315 Lake Woodmoor Dr Monument CO 80132 (719) 488-4750 |
PK-6 | 28 | 420 |
| Lewis-Palmer High School 1300 Higby Rd Monument CO 80132 (719) 488-4720 |
9-12 | 46 | 1,030 |
| Lewis-Palmer Middle School 1776 Woodmoor Dr Monument CO 80132 (719) 488-4776 |
7-8 | 48 | 817 |
| Monument Charter Academy 1150 Village Ridge Point Monument CO 80132 (719) 481-1950 |
PK-8 | 51 | 895 |
| Palmer Ridge High School 19255 Monument Hill Rd Monument CO 80132 (719) 867-8600 |
9-12 | 54 | 1,095 |
| Prairie Winds Elementary School 790 King's Deer Point East Monument CO 80132 (719) 559-0800 |
PK-6 | 26 | 364 |
Teaching in Palmer Lake
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Lake Elementary School 115 Upper Glenway Palmer Lake CO 80133 (719) 488-4760 |
PK-6 | 25 | 352 |