MCSD -- Muscogee County School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Muscogee County School District has over 30,000 students and two thousand educators. The tables below display teacher and administration salaries at Muscogee County School District. The data is taken from several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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MCSD Teacher Salary Details
The following table details average salary ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Columbus 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 | $30,520 | $18,270-$48,070 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $60,590 | $39,260 - $77,730 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,200 | $43,440 - $76,350 |
| Middle School Teacher | $57,400 | $38,170 - $74,730 |
| High School Teacher | $62,330 | $40,520 - $99,260 |
| PE Teacher | $44,030 | $19,510 - $74,200 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Columbus, 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 ranges for special education teachers are employed by MCSD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $58,970 | $36,420 - $79,310 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Columbus, 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 Columbus area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $51,100 | $31,790-$80,210 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $91,790 | $63,960 - $119,650 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $56,570 | $31,330 - $79,570 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Columbus, 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 Muscogee County School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Georgia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $16,854 | $16,682 |
| Administrators | $11,378 | $13,029 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Muscogee County School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Muscogee County School District. 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 Muscogee County School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 2,308 | 2,268 | 2,142 |
| Preschool Teachers | 60 | 60 | 63 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 129 | 129 | 128 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 833 | 827 | 777 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 914 | 893 | 840 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 373 | 360 | 335 |
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 | 24 | 50 | 34 |
| Teaching Assistants | 554 | 551 | 543 |
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 Muscogee County School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,946 | 1,946 | 1,839 |
| District Administrators | 51 | 51 | 42 |
| District Support Staff | 83 | 64 | 62 |
| School Administrators | 153 | 138 | 154 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 194 | 204 | 186 |
| Student Support Staff | 212 | 216 | 205 |
| Other Support Staff | 1,277 | 1,274 | 1,190 |
| Librarians | 60 | 61 | 61 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 10 | 12 |
| Guidance Counselors | 95 | 94 | 89 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 34 | 34 | 32 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 61 | 60 | 57 |
Muscogee County School District Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Muscogee County School District oversees 60 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed 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:
- Chattahoochee County School District (3 Schools)
- Harris County School District (7 Schools)
- Marion County School District (2 Schools)
- Stewart County School District (3 Schools)
- Webster County School District (2 Schools)
Muscogee County School District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Columbus
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Elementary School 5201 23rd Ave Columbus GA 31904 (706) 748-2418 |
PK-5 | 28 | 452 |
| Arnold Middle School 2011 51st St Columbus GA 31904 (706) 748-2436 |
6-8 | 48 | 715 |
| Baker Middle School 1215 Benning Dr Columbus GA 31903 (706) 683-8721 |
6-8 | 37 | 604 |
| Blackmon Road Middle School 7251 Blackmon Rd Columbus GA 31909 (706) 565-2998 |
6-8 | 51 | 616 |
| Blanchard Elementary School 3512 Weems Rd Columbus GA 31909 (706) 748-2461 |
PK-5 | 34 | 572 |
| Brewer Elementary School 2951 Martin Luther King Jr Columbus GA 31906 (706) 748-2479 |
PK-5 | 35 | 591 |
| Britt David Elementary Computer Magnet Academy 5801 Armour Rd Columbus GA 31909 (706) 748-2617 |
KG-5 | 29 | 560 |
| Carver High School 3100 8th St Columbus GA 31906 (706) 748-2499 |
9-12 | 76 | 1,182 |
| Clubview Elementary School 2836 Edgewood Rd Columbus GA 31906 (706) 565-3017 |
PK-5 | 32 | 560 |
| Columbus High School 1700 Cherokee Ave Columbus GA 31906 (706) 748-2534 |
9-12 | 71 | 1,292 |
| Cusseta Road Elementary School 4150 Cusseta Rd Columbus GA 31903 (706) 683-8760 |
PK-5 | 23 | 326 |
| Davis Elementary School 1822 Shepherd Dr Columbus GA 31906 (706) 748-2638 |
PK-5 | 26 | 403 |
| Dawson Elementary School 180 Northstar Dr Columbus GA 31907 (706) 683-8732 |
PK-5 | 21 | 327 |
| Dimon Elementary School 480 Dogwood Dr Columbus GA 31907 (706) 683-8772 |
PK-5 | 27 | 484 |
| Double Churches Elementary School 1213 Double Churches Rd Columbus GA 31904 (706) 748-2660 |
PK-5 | 26 | 437 |
| Double Churches Middle School 7611 Whitesville Rd Columbus GA 31904 (706) 748-2678 |
6-8 | 35 | 461 |
| Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy 1400 1st Ave Columbus GA 31901 (706) 748-2702 |
PK-5 | 35 | 541 |
| Eagle Ridge Academy 7601 Schomburg Rd Columbus GA 31909 (706) 569-3746 |
PK-5 | 39 | 719 |
| Early College Academy of Columbus 2701 11th Ave Columbus GA 31904 (706) 565-2965 |
9-12 | 11 | 162 |
| East Columbus Magnet Academy 6100 Georgetown Dr Columbus GA 31907 (706) 565-3026 |
6-8 | 42 | 651 |
| Eastway Elementary School 4601 Buena Vista Rd Columbus GA 31907 (706) 565-3039 |
PK-5 | 24 | 415 |
| Eddy Middle School 2100 South Lumpkin Rd Columbus GA 31903 (706) 683-8782 |
6-8 | 35 | 462 |
| Forrest Road Elementary School 6400 Forest Rd Columbus GA 31907 (706) 565-3062 |
PK-5 | 23 | 354 |
| Fort Middle School 2900 Woodruff Farm Rd Columbus GA 31907 (706) 569-3740 |
6-8 | 38 | 582 |
| Fox Elementary School 600 38th St Columbus GA 31904 (706) 748-2723 |
PK-5 | 24 | 337 |
| Gentian Elementary School 4201 Primrose Rd Columbus GA 31907 (706) 569-3625 |
PK-5 | 28 | 458 |
| Georgetown Elementary School 954 High Ln Columbus GA 31907 (706) 565-2980 |
PK-5 | 31 | 538 |
| Hannan Elementary School 1338 Talbotton Rd Columbus GA 31901 (706) 748-2744 |
PK-5 | 34 | 490 |
| Hardaway High School 2901 College Dr Columbus GA 31906 (706) 748-2766 |
9-12 | 101 | 1,485 |
| Johnson Elementary School 3700 Woodlawn Ave Columbus GA 31904 (706) 748-2795 |
PK-5 | 26 | 356 |
| Jordan Vocational High School 3200 Howard Ave Columbus GA 31904 (706) 748-2819 |
9-12 | 67 | 717 |
| Kendrick High School 6015 Georgetown Dr Columbus GA 31907 (706) 565-2960 |
9-12 | 62 | 841 |
| Key Elementary School 2520 Broadmoor Dr Columbus GA 31903 (706) 683-8797 |
PK-5 | 23 | 350 |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School 350 30th Ave Columbus GA 31903 (706) 683-8815 |
PK-5 | 39 | 684 |
| Muscogee Elementary School 3900 Baker Plaza Dr Columbus GA 31903 (706) 683-8822 |
PK-5 | 26 | 394 |
| North Columbus Elementary School 2006 Old Guard Rd Columbus GA 31909 (706) 748-3183 |
PK-5 | 40 | 756 |
| Northside High School 2002 American Way Columbus GA 31909 (706) 748-2920 |
9-12 | 93 | 1,324 |
| Reese Road Elementary School 3100 Reese Rd Columbus GA 31907 (706) 569-3684 |
PK-5 | 33 | 564 |
| Richards Middle School 2892 Edgewood Rd Columbus GA 31906 (706) 569-3697 |
6-8 | 52 | 765 |
| Rigdon Road Elementary School 1320 Rigdon Rd Columbus GA 31906 (706) 565-2989 |
PK-5 | 34 | 508 |
| River Road Elementary School 516 Heath Dr Columbus GA 31904 (706) 748-3072 |
PK-5 | 29 | 433 |
| Rothschild Middle School 1136 Hunt Ave Columbus GA 31907 (706) 569-3709 |
6-8 | 42 | 643 |
| Shaw High School 7579 Raider Way Columbus GA 31909 (706) 569-3638 |
9-12 | 78 | 1,207 |
| South Columbus Elementary School 1964 Torch Hill Rd Columbus GA 31903 (706) 683-8833 |
PK-5 | 24 | 403 |
| Spencer High School 4340 Victory Dr Columbus GA 31903 (706) 683-8701 |
9-12 | 61 | 786 |
| St. Marys Video and Communication Technology School 4408 Saint Marys Rd Columbus GA 31907 (706) 683-8841 |
PK-5 | 28 | 477 |
| Veterans Memorial Middle School 2008 Old Guard Rd Columbus GA 31909 (706) 748-3203 |
6-8 | 46 | 615 |
| Waddell Elementary School 6101 Miller Rd Columbus GA 31907 (706) 569-3722 |
KG-5 | 31 | 521 |
| Wesley Heights Elementary School 1801 Amber Dr Columbus GA 31907 (706) 569-3733 |
PK-5 | 31 | 463 |
| Wynnton Elementary School 2303 Wynnton Rd Columbus GA 31906 (706) 748-3147 |
KG-5 | 29 | 447 |
Teaching in Midland
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Cohn Middle School 7352 Garrett Rd Midland GA 31820 (706) 569-3801 |
6-8 | 36 | 480 |
| Mathews Elementary School 7533 Lynch Rd Midland GA 31820 (706) 569-3656 |
PK-5 | 29 | 552 |
| Midland Academy 7373 Psalmond Rd Midland GA 31820 (706) 569-3664 |
PK-5 | 36 | 655 |
| Midland Middle School 6990 Warm Springs Rd Midland GA 31820 (706) 569-3673 |
6-8 | 36 | 411 |