DeSoto County School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
DeSoto County School District has an estimated 30,000 students and 2,000 teachers. The tables below profile school administration and teacher salaries at DeSoto County School District. The data is sourced from 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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DeSoto County School District Teacher Salary Details
This table details average salary and ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Memphis 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 | $34,600 | $21,900-$61,620 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $52,690 | $38,340 - $65,350 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $56,700 | $38,920 - $77,370 |
| Middle School Teacher | $54,560 | $37,970 - $72,440 |
| High School Teacher | $58,880 | $45,690 - $80,010 |
| PE Teacher | $47,800 | $20,630 - $79,960 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Memphis, 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 displays average salary and ranges for special education teachers are employed by DeSoto County School District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $34,600 | $21,900-$61,620 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $62,970 | $49,230 - $82,230 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Memphis, 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, including counselors and librarians for the Memphis area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $50,330 | $29,080-$73,120 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,190 | $65,970 - $129,450 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $62,840 | $39,850 - $82,170 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Memphis, 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 DeSoto County School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Mississippi | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $10,970 | $11,635 |
| Administrators | $8,235 | $11,158 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
DeSoto County School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by DeSoto 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 DeSoto County School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,799 | 1,875 | 1,926 |
| Preschool Teachers | 15 | 14 | 13 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 118 | 119 | 117 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 787 | 815 | 841 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 643 | 685 | 707 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 237 | 241 | 248 |
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 | 19 | 26 | 30 |
| Teaching Assistants | 588 | 591 | 609 |
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 DeSoto County School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,274 | 1,274 | 1,303 |
| District Administrators | 20 | 24 | 23 |
| District Support Staff | 82 | 103 | 109 |
| School Administrators | 119 | 118 | 118 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 153 | 155 | 158 |
| Student Support Staff | 117 | 125 | 123 |
| Other Support Staff | 710 | 748 | 772 |
| Librarians | 39 | 39 | 38 |
| Guidance Counselors | 65 | 68 | 68 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 37 | 28 | 41 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 28 | 40 | 27 |
DeSoto County School District Schools
We have listed the 41 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by DeSoto County School District 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:
- Senatobia Municipal School District (4 Schools)
- Tate County School District (6 Schools)
- Tunica County School District (7 Schools)
- North Panola Schools District (6 Schools)
- Marshall County School District (11 Schools)
DeSoto County School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Hernando
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hernando Elementary School 455 Riley St Hernando MS 38632 (662) 429-4160 |
PK-1 | 31 | 651 |
| Hernando High School 805 Dilworth Ln Hernando MS 38632 (662) 429-4170 |
9-12 | 66 | 1,167 |
| Hernando Hills Elementary School 570 Mcingvale Rd Hernando MS 38632 (662) 429-9117 |
2-3 | 34 | 610 |
| Hernando Middle School 700 Dilworth Ln Hernando MS 38632 (662) 429-4154 |
6-8 | 57 | 916 |
| Oak Grove Central Elementary School 893 Oak Grove Rd Hernando MS 38632 (662) 429-4180 |
4-5 | 33 | 608 |
Teaching in Horn Lake
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horn Lake Elementary School 6341 Ridgewood Rd Horn Lake MS 38637 (662) 393-4608 |
PK-2 | 37 | 626 |
| Horn Lake High School 3360 Church Rd Horn Lake MS 38637 (662) 393-5273 |
9-12 | 83 | 1,429 |
| Horn Lake Intermediate School 6585 Horn Lake Rd Horn Lake MS 38637 (662) 280-7075 |
3-5 | 59 | 1,129 |
| Horn Lake Middle School 6125 Hurt Rd Horn Lake MS 38637 (662) 393-7443 |
6-8 | 67 | 1,079 |
| Shadow Oaks Elementary School 3780 Shadow Oaks Parkway Horn Lake MS 38637 (662) 393-4585 |
PK-2 | 35 | 573 |
Teaching in Lake Cormorant
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Cormorant Elementary School 3285 Wilson Mill Rd West Lake Cormorant MS 38641 (662) 781-1135 |
PK-5 | 41 | 673 |
| Lake Cormorant High School 10201 Star Landing Rd Lake Cormorant MS 38641 (662) 996-3060 |
9-12 | 50 | 907 |
| Lake Cormorant Middle School 3203 Wilson Mill Rd Lake Cormorant MS 38641 (662) 781-0778 |
6-8 | 46 | 773 |
Teaching in Olive Branch
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Hill Elementary School 13662 Center Hill Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 890-7705 |
PK-5 | 38 | 693 |
| Center Hill High School 13250 Kirk Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 890-2490 |
9-12 | 48 | 889 |
| Center Hill Middle School 8756 Forest Hill Irene Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 892-6800 |
6-8 | 45 | 767 |
| Chickasaw Elementary School 6391 Chickasaw Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 895-6664 |
2-3 | 33 | 511 |
| Lewisburg Elementary School 1717 Craft Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 895-8750 |
3-5 | 36 | 602 |
| Lewisburg High School 1755 Craft Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 890-6708 |
9-12 | 44 | 852 |
| Lewisburg Middle School 1711 Craft Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 892-5050 |
6-8 | 42 | 740 |
| Lewisburg Primary 1707 Craft Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 893-6001 |
PK-2 | 32 | 599 |
| Olive Branch Elementary School 9549 East Pigeon Roost Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 895-2256 |
PK-1 | 33 | 579 |
| Olive Branch High School 9366 East Sandidge Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 893-3344 |
9-12 | 68 | 1,149 |
| Olive Branch Intermediate School 8631 East Pigeon Roost Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 893-1221 |
4-5 | 31 | 555 |
| Olive Branch Middle School 6530 South Blocker St Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 895-4610 |
6-8 | 53 | 832 |
| Overpark Elementary School 8530 Forest Hill Irene Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 890-8745 |
PK-5 | 41 | 707 |
| Pleasant Hill Elementary School 7686 Pleasant Hill Rd Olive Branch MS 38654 (662) 890-9654 |
PK-5 | 51 | 864 |
Teaching in Southaven
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desoto Central Elementary School 2411 Central Parkway Southaven MS 38672 (662) 349-6234 |
3-5 | 37 | 666 |
| Desoto Central High School 2911 Central Parkway Southaven MS 38672 (662) 536-3612 |
9-12 | 82 | 1,636 |
| Desoto Central Middle School 2611 Central Parkway Southaven MS 38672 (662) 349-6660 |
6-8 | 68 | 1,218 |
| Greenbrook Elementary School 730 South Rasco Rd Southaven MS 38671 (662) 342-2330 |
PK-2 | 36 | 596 |
| Hope Sullivan Elementary School 7985 Southaven Circle West Southaven MS 38671 (662) 393-2919 |
PK-2 | 35 | 657 |
| Southaven Elementary School 8274 Claiborne Dr Southaven MS 38671 (662) 342-2289 |
PK-5 | 41 | 750 |
| Southaven High School 735 Rasco Rd Southaven MS 38671 (662) 393-9300 |
9-12 | 97 | 1,931 |
| Southaven Intermediate School 175 Rasco Rd West Southaven MS 38671 (662) 253-0123 |
3-5 | 68 | 1,191 |
| Southaven Middle School 899 Rasco Rd Southaven MS 38671 (662) 280-0422 |
6-8 | 91 | 1,585 |
Teaching in Southaven,
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desoto Central Primary 3210 Getwell Rd Southaven, MS 38672 (662) 912-1300 |
PK-2 | 36 | 635 |
Teaching in Walls
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walls Elementary School 6131 Delta View Rd Walls MS 38680 (662) 781-1280 |
PK-5 | 44 | 709 |