LPS -- Liberty 53 School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are over 700 educators and nine thousand students enrolled at the 21 schools operated by Liberty 53 School District. The tables below detail teacher salaries at Liberty 53 School District. The data has been obtained through 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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LPS Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists average salary and ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Kansas City 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 | $37,510 | $23,730-$55,880 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $57,570 | $44,390 - $74,190 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,720 | $40,150 - $77,320 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,220 | $44,290 - $77,430 |
| High School Teacher | $59,650 | $40,450 - $79,270 |
| PE Teacher | $48,340 | $19,250 - $81,270 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kansas City, 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 LPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $37,510 | $23,730-$55,880 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $59,330 | $41,650 - $78,560 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kansas City, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff for the Kansas City area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $51,730 | $37,110-$68,360 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $101,650 | $66,440 - $132,120 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $55,650 | $36,710 - $77,870 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kansas City, 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 Liberty 53 School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Missouri | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $14,852 | $12,925 |
| Administrators | $29,465 | $29,579 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Liberty 53 School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Liberty 53 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 Liberty 53 School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 774 | 783 | 756 |
| Preschool Teachers | 19 | 21 | 21 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 54 | 53 | 50 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 307 | 307 | 305 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 395 | 403 | 380 |
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 | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Teaching Assistants | 178 | 178 | 177 |
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 Liberty 53 School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 731 | 731 | 744 |
| District Administrators | 4 | 4 | 10 |
| District Support Staff | 74 | 79 | 78 |
| School Administrators | 37 | 38 | 36 |
| Student Support Staff | 47 | 44 | 50 |
| Other Support Staff | 560 | 566 | 571 |
| Librarians | 14 | 14 | 13 |
| Guidance Counselors | 29 | 30 | 29 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 11 | 13 | 13 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 18 | 18 | 17 |
Liberty 53 School District Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Liberty 53 School District oversees 21 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed 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:
- North Kansas City Schools (32 Schools)
- Kearney R-I School District (7 Schools)
- Independence Public School District (30 Schools)
- Fort Osage R-1 School District (12 Schools)
- Smithville R-Ii School District (4 Schools)
Liberty 53 School District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Kansas City
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood Education Center School 9600 Ne 79th St Kansas City MO 64158 (816) 736-5324 |
PK-PK | 21 | 264 |
| Kellybrook Elementary School 10701 North Eastern Ave Kansas City MO 64157 (816) 736-5700 |
KG-5 | 41 | 700 |
| Liberty Oaks Elementary School 8150 North Farley Ave Kansas City MO 64158 (816) 736-5600 |
KG-5 | 38 | 589 |
| Shoal Creek Elementary School 9000 Ne Flintlock Rd Kansas City MO 64157 (816) 736-7150 |
KG-5 | 49 | 856 |
Teaching in Liberty
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Doniphan Elementary School 1900 Clay Dr Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5400 |
KG-5 | 29 | 385 |
| Discovery Middle School 800 Midjay Dr Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-7300 |
6-8 | 42 | 611 |
| Franklin Elementary School 201 West Mill Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5440 |
KG-5 | 20 | 337 |
| Heritage Middle School 600 West Kansas Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5380 |
6-8 | 48 | 709 |
| Lewis and Clark Elementary School 1407 Nashua Rd Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5430 |
KG-5 | 29 | 589 |
| Liberty High School 200 Bluejay Dr Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5340 |
9-12 | 112 | 1,785 |
| Liberty Middle School 1500 South Withers Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5410 |
6-8 | 45 | 680 |
| Liberty North High School 1000 N.e. 104th St Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5500 |
9-12 | 92 | 1,438 |
| Lillian Schumacher Elementary School 425 Claywoods Parkway Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5490 |
KG-5 | 38 | 655 |
| Manor Hill Elementary School 1400 Skyline Dr Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5460 |
KG-5 | 36 | 421 |
| Ridgeview Elementary School 701 Thornton Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5450 |
KG-5 | 36 | 470 |
| South Valley Middle School 1000 Midjay Dr Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-7180 |
6-8 | 40 | 611 |
| Warren Hills Elementary School 1251 Camille St Liberty MO 64068 (816) 736-5630 |
KG-5 | 41 | 721 |