FPS -- Fargo Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
It is estimated that over 800 teachers and support staff are employed at FPS. The FPS teacher salary details displayed below are gathered from several government sources as listed below the salary tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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FPS Teacher Salary Details
The table below details average salary ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Fargo local 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 | $34,800 | $27,340-$44,700 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $53,970 | $39,900 - $76,820 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,240 | $41,190 - $76,620 |
| Middle School Teacher | $61,590 | $47,180 - $78,830 |
| High School Teacher | $60,250 | $44,650 - $79,720 |
| PE Teacher | $48,300 | $25,340 - $84,720 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fargo, 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 ranges for special education teachers that work for FPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $59,770 | $39,980 - $79,430 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fargo, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Fargo area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $57,980 | $36,370-$88,270 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $113,850 | $79,910 - $134,670 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $56,550 | $46,490 - $71,200 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fargo, 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 FPS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | North Dakota | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $20,450 | $12,135 |
| Administrators | $15,796 | $12,037 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Fargo Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by FPS. 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 FPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 808 | 800 | 826 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 46 | 46 | 46 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 522 | 517 | 533 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 234 | 230 | 240 |
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 | 20 | 26 | 25 |
| Teaching Assistants | 198 | 207 | 228 |
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 FPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 467 | 467 | 439 |
| District Administrators | 16 | 17 | 18 |
| District Support Staff | 36 | 35 | 34 |
| School Administrators | 44 | 35 | 40 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 68 | 78 | 76 |
| Student Support Staff | 107 | 105 | 87 |
| Other Support Staff | 202 | 197 | 183 |
| Librarians | 20 | 19 | 20 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 37 | 39 |
| Guidance Counselors | 35 | 32 | 35 |
| Other School Counselors | 35 | 32 | 35 |
FPS Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, FPS oversees 22 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:
- West Fargo Public Schools (16 Schools)
- Kindred 2 School District (2 Schools)
- Central Cass 17 School District (3 Schools)
- Northern Cass 97 School District (3 Schools)
- Richland 44 School District (2 Schools)
Fargo Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Franklin Middle High School 1420 8th St North Fargo ND 58102 (701) 446-3600 |
6-8 | 54 | 655 |
| Bennett Elementary School 2000 South 58th Ave Fargo ND 58104 (701) 446-4000 |
KG-5 | 39 | 581 |
| Carl Ben Eielson Middle School 1601 13th Ave South Fargo ND 58103 (701) 446-1700 |
6-8 | 58 | 793 |
| Centennial Elementary School 4201 25th St South Fargo ND 58104 (701) 446-4300 |
KG-5 | 40 | 636 |
| Clara Barton Elementary School 1417 6th St South Fargo ND 58103 (701) 446-4400 |
KG-5 | 40 | 401 |
| Discovery Junior High School 1717 40th Ave South Fargo ND 58104 (701) 446-3300 |
6-8 | 69 | 931 |
| Eagles Kindergarten Center School 1305 9th Ave South Fargo ND 58103 (701) 446-3105 |
PK-PK | 7 | 106 |
| Fargo Davies High School 7150 25th St South Fargo ND 58104 (701) 446-5600 |
9-12 | 81 | 1,190 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School 1025 3rd St North Fargo ND 58102 (701) 446-4600 |
KG-5 | 24 | 341 |
| Jefferson Elementary School 1701 4th Ave South Fargo ND 58103 (701) 446-4700 |
KG-5 | 31 | 339 |
| Kennedy Elementary School 4401 42nd St South Fargo ND 58104 (701) 446-4200 |
KG-5 | 52 | 739 |
| Lewis and Clark Elementary School 1729 16th St South Fargo ND 58103 (701) 446-4800 |
KG-5 | 44 | 595 |
| Lincoln Elementary School 2120 9th St South Fargo ND 58103 (701) 446-4900 |
KG-5 | 43 | 518 |
| Longfellow Elementary School 20 29th Ave Ne Fargo ND 58102 (701) 446-5000 |
KG-5 | 26 | 362 |
| Madison Elementary School 1040 North 29th St Fargo ND 58102 (701) 446-5100 |
KG-5 | 17 | 169 |
| Mckinley Elementary School 2930 8th St North Fargo ND 58102 (701) 446-5200 |
KG-5 | 18 | 197 |
| North High School 801 17th Ave North Fargo ND 58102 (701) 446-2400 |
9-12 | 68 | 978 |
| South High School 1840 15th Ave South Fargo ND 58103 (701) 446-2000 |
9-12 | 80 | 1,108 |
| Washington Elementary School 1725 North Broadway Fargo ND 58102 (701) 446-5400 |
KG-5 | 26 | 338 |
| Woodrow Wilson Alternative High School 1305 9th Ave South Fargo ND 58103 (701) 446-2800 |
9-12 | 11 | 124 |