FHPS -- Forest Hills Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
FHPS has over nine thousand students and 500 teachers and support staff. The tables below display faculty and teacher salaries at FHPS. The data has been obtained through 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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FHPS Teacher Salary Details
This table displays the average salary for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming area. 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | $58,240 | $39,820 - $76,350 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,500 | $41,560 - $87,530 |
| Middle School Teacher | $61,890 | $37,770 - $88,670 |
| High School Teacher | $65,210 | $38,090 - $92,060 |
| PE Teacher | $50,460 | $22,560 - $87,250 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Grand Rapids-Wyoming, 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 who work for FHPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $62,890 | $41,560 - $80,960 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Grand Rapids-Wyoming, 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 for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,490 | $61,310 - $127,100 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $55,450 | $38,020 - $76,840 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Grand Rapids-Wyoming, 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 FHPS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $30,843 | $27,287 |
| Administrators | $15,125 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Forest Hills Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by FHPS. 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 FHPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 563 | 556 | 561 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 20 | 25 | 27 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 220 | 210 | 209 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 254 | 252 | 254 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 69 | 70 | 71 |
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 | 10 | 16 | 20 |
| Teaching Assistants | 95 | 130 | 128 |
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 FHPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 369 | 369 | 375 |
| District Administrators | 9 | 10 | 10 |
| School Administrators | 24 | 30 | 31 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 84 | 82 | 89 |
| Student Support Staff | 55 | 43 | 41 |
| Other Support Staff | 209 | 199 | 200 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 15 | 17 |
| Guidance Counselors | 23 | 22 | 24 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 13 | 13 | 15 |
FHPS Schools
We have listed the 17 schools and their contact information, which is managed by FHPS 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:
- East Grand Rapids Public Schools District (5 Schools)
- Grand Rapids Public Schools (73 Schools)
- Godwin Heights Public Schools District (5 Schools)
- Kentwood Public Schools District (17 Schools)
- Kelloggsville Public Schools District (8 Schools)
Forest Hills Public Schools Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Ada
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ada Elementary School 731 Ada Dr Se Ada MI 49301 (616) 493-8940 |
PK-4 | 24 | 371 |
| Ada Vista Elementary School 7192 Bradfield Ave Se Ada MI 49301 (616) 493-8970 |
KG-4 | 24 | 488 |
| Central Middle School 5810 Ada Dr Se Ada MI 49301 (616) 493-8750 |
7-8 | 34 | 644 |
| Central Woodlands 5 / 6 School 400 Alta Dale Ave Se Ada MI 49301 (616) 493-8790 |
5-6 | 30 | 542 |
| Eastern High School 2200 Pettis Ave Ne Ada MI 49301 (616) 493-8830 |
9-12 | 43 | 807 |
| Eastern Middle School 2200 Pettis Ave Ne Ada MI 49301 (616) 493-8850 |
7-8 | 22 | 420 |
| Goodwillie Environmental School 8400 2 Mile Rd Ne Ada MI 49301 (616) 493-8920 |
5-6 | 5 | 101 |
Teaching in Grand Rapids
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collins Elementary School 4368 Heather Ln Se Grand Rapids MI 49546 (616) 493-8900 |
PK-4 | 24 | 436 |
| Forest Hills Central High School 5901 Hall St Se Grand Rapids MI 49546 (616) 493-8700 |
9-12 | 67 | 1,295 |
| Forest Hills Northern High School 3801 Leonard St Ne Grand Rapids MI 49525 (616) 493-8600 |
9-12 | 63 | 1,121 |
| Knapp Forest School 4243 Knapp Valley Dr Ne Grand Rapids MI 49525 (616) 493-8980 |
PK-6 | 38 | 672 |
| Meadow Brook Elementary School 1450 Forest Hill Ave Se Grand Rapids MI 49546 (616) 493-8740 |
KG-4 | 32 | 499 |
| Northern Hills Middle School 3775 Leonard St Ne Grand Rapids MI 49525 (616) 493-8650 |
7-8 | 29 | 563 |
| Northern Trails 5 / 6 School 3777 Leonard St Ne Grand Rapids MI 49525 (616) 493-8990 |
5-6 | 34 | 561 |
| Orchard View Elementary School 2770 Leffingwell Ave Ne Grand Rapids MI 49525 (616) 493-8930 |
KG-6 | 37 | 593 |
| Pine Ridge Elementary School 3250 Redford Dr Se Grand Rapids MI 49546 (616) 493-8910 |
PK-4 | 30 | 542 |
| Thornapple Elementary School 6932 Bridgewater Dr Se Grand Rapids MI 49546 (616) 493-8920 |
PK-4 | 24 | 397 |