Ascension Parish School Board
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Ascension Parish School Board operates 27 schools with just over 1,000 teachers. The tables below profile administration and teacher salaries at Ascension Parish School Board. The data has been taken from a number of sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Ascension Parish School Board Teacher Salary Details
The table below displays the average salary for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Baton Rouge 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $38,980 | $22,390-$57,370 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $50,920 | $46,130 - $58,690 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $52,690 | $47,580 - $61,950 |
| Middle School Teacher | $52,970 | $48,280 - $61,460 |
| High School Teacher | $57,100 | $47,860 - $74,010 |
| PE Teacher | $77,830 | $19,670 - $174,410 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Baton Rouge, 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 the average salary for special education teachers that work for Ascension Parish School Board and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $38,980 | $22,390-$57,370 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $53,630 | $48,570 - $62,870 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Baton Rouge, 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 Baton Rouge area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $61,090 | $42,080-$75,520 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $85,170 | $61,370 - $106,300 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $60,240 | $46,000 - $80,000 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Baton Rouge, 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 Ascension Parish School Board is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Louisiana | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $24,021 | $20,043 |
| Administrators | $22,058 | $18,410 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Ascension Parish School Board Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Ascension Parish School Board. 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 Ascension Parish School Board per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,356 | 1,354 | 1,388 |
| Preschool Teachers | 16 | 23 | 22 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 52 | 49 | 43 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 872 | 871 | 896 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 416 | 410 | 427 |
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 | 48 | 63 | 64 |
| Teaching Assistants | 283 | 253 | 274 |
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 Ascension Parish School Board are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 901 | 901 | 902 |
| District Support Staff | 57 | 59 | 60 |
| School Administrators | 68 | 67 | 66 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 110 | 90 | 90 |
| Student Support Staff | 152 | 132 | 126 |
| Other Support Staff | 567 | 549 | 556 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | - | 25 |
| Guidance Counselors | 52 | 82 | 83 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 36 | 56 | 56 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 16 | 26 | 27 |
Ascension Parish School Board Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Ascension Parish School Board has 27 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:
- Assumption Parish School Board District (10 Schools)
- St. James Parish Schools (8 Schools)
- Iberville Parish School Board (7 Schools)
- Lafourche Parish Public Schools (31 Schools)
- East Baton Rouge Parish School System (87 Schools)
Ascension Parish School Board Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Donaldsonville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donaldsonville Elementary School 38210 Hwy 3089 Donaldsonville LA 70346 (225) 391-7600 |
PK-2 | 49 | 548 |
| Donaldsonville High School 100 Tiger Dr Donaldsonville LA 70346 (225) 391-7900 |
9-12 | 39 | 441 |
| Lowery Intermediate School 2389a Hwy 1 South Donaldsonville LA 70346 (225) 391-7550 |
6-8 | 33 | 354 |
| West Ascension Elementary School 2389b Hwy 1 South Donaldsonville LA 70346 (225) 391-7500 |
3-5 | 35 | 369 |
Teaching in Geismar
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dutchtown High School 13165 Hwy 73 Geismar LA 70734 (225) 391-6200 |
9-12 | 114 | 1,997 |
| Dutchtown Middle School 13078 Hwy 73 Geismar LA 70734 (225) 391-7800 |
6-8 | 50 | 844 |
| Dutchtown Primary School 13046 Hwy 73 Geismar LA 70734 (225) 391-7850 |
PK-5 | 48 | 787 |
| Spanish Lake Primary School 13323 Bluff Rd Geismar LA 70734 (225) 391-7650 |
PK-5 | 44 | 809 |
Teaching in Gonzales
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Elementary School 14101 Roddy Rd Gonzales LA 70737 (225) 391-6400 |
6-8 | 44 | 708 |
| Central Primary School 41469 La Hwy 621 Gonzales LA 70737 (225) 391-7700 |
PK-5 | 50 | 776 |
| Duplessis Primary School 38101 Hwy 621 Gonzales LA 70737 (225) 391-6650 |
PK-5 | 40 | 675 |
| East Ascension High School 612 East Worthy St Gonzales LA 70737 (225) 391-6100 |
9-12 | 122 | 1,835 |
| G. W. Carver Primary School 518 West Oak St Gonzales LA 70737 (225) 391-6800 |
PK-5 | 38 | 559 |
| Gonzales Middle School 1502 West Orice Roth St Gonzales LA 70737 (225) 391-6450 |
6-8 | 41 | 590 |
| Gonzales Primary School 521 North Burnside Ave Gonzales LA 70737 (225) 391-6700 |
PK-5 | 40 | 486 |
| Pecan Grove Primary School 1712 South Pecan Grove Ave Gonzales LA 70737 (225) 391-7450 |
PK-5 | 37 | 528 |
Teaching in Prairieville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galvez Middle School 42018 Hwy 933 Prairieville LA 70769 (225) 391-6350 |
6-8 | 40 | 623 |
| Galvez Primary School 16093 Henderson Bayou Rd Prairieville LA 70769 (225) 391-6600 |
PK-5 | 32 | 551 |
| Lakeside Primary School 16500 La Hwy 431 Prairieville LA 70769 (225) 391-7750 |
KG-5 | 38 | 597 |
| Oak Grove Primary School 17550 Old Jefferson Hwy Prairieville LA 70769 (225) 391-6750 |
PK-5 | 54 | 855 |
| Prairieville Middle School 16200 Hwy 930 Prairieville LA 70769 (225) 391-6300 |
6-8 | 54 | 898 |
| Prairieville Primary School 40228 Parker Rd Prairieville LA 70769 (225) 391-7400 |
PK-5 | 54 | 864 |
Teaching in Sorrento
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorrento Primary School 42111 North City Parc Dr Sorrento LA 70778 (225) 391-6900 |
PK-5 | 32 | 513 |
Teaching in St. Amant
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Elementary School 14185 Hwy 431 St. Amant LA 70774 (225) 391-6550 |
PK-8 | 60 | 977 |
| St. Amant High School 12035 Hwy 431 St. Amant LA 70774 (225) 391-6000 |
9-12 | 109 | 1,892 |
| St. Amant Middle School 44317 Hwy 429 St. Amant LA 70774 (225) 391-6500 |
6-8 | 33 | 545 |
| St. Amant Primary School 44365 Hwy 429 St. Amant LA 70774 (225) 391-7950 |
PK-5 | 39 | 647 |