FWCS -- Fort Wayne Community Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
FWCS has an estimated 30,000 students and 2,000 educators. The FWCS administration and teacher salary data provided in the tables below are obtained from several sources as listed under each salary table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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FWCS Teacher Salary Details
This table lists average salary and ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Fort Wayne 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | $50,430 | $38,680 - $62,930 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $52,140 | $38,630 - $72,710 |
| Middle School Teacher | $56,410 | $40,430 - $75,900 |
| High School Teacher | $57,340 | $40,090 - $76,820 |
| PE Teacher | $40,840 | $18,850 - $55,100 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fort Wayne, 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 that work for FWCS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $52,510 | $37,630 - $73,650 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fort Wayne, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators and support staff for the Fort Wayne area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $91,810 | $61,270 - $125,870 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $50,860 | $35,800 - $76,110 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fort Wayne, 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 FWCS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Indiana | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $33,422 | $23,094 |
| Administrators | $20,802 | $17,523 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Fort Wayne Community Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by FWCS. 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 FWCS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,818 | 1,871 | 1,644 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 170 | 157 | 170 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 1,207 | 859 | 828 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 442 | 856 | 646 |
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 | 171 | 185 | 153 |
| Teaching Assistants | 574 | 537 | 370 |
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 FWCS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,494 | 1,494 | 1,261 |
| District Support Staff | 19 | 23 | 19 |
| School Administrators | 100 | 105 | 105 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 206 | 221 | 212 |
| Student Support Staff | 224 | 193 | 159 |
| Other Support Staff | 1,037 | 940 | 760 |
| Librarians | 16 | 13 | 16 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 32 | 24 |
| Guidance Counselors | 33 | 33 | 33 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 33 | 33 | 33 |
FWCS Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, FWCS oversees 50 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:
- East Allen County School (16 Schools)
- Southwest Allen County Schools (9 Schools)
- Northwest Allen County Schools (11 Schools)
- Northern Wells Community Schools District (4 Schools)
- Smith-Green Community Schools District (2 Schools)
Fort Wayne Community Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Elementary School 3000 New Haven Ave Fort Wayne IN 46803 (260) 467-5850 |
PK-5 | 18 | 330 |
| Arlington Elementary School 8118 St Jo Ctr Rd Fort Wayne IN 46835 (260) 467-6000 |
KG-5 | 28 | 513 |
| Blackhawk Middle School 7200 East State Blvd Fort Wayne IN 46815 (260) 467-4885 |
6-8 | 46 | 872 |
| Bloomingdale Elementary School 1300 Orchard St Fort Wayne IN 46808 (260) 467-6700 |
PK-5 | 18 | 288 |
| Brentwood Elementary School 3710 Stafford Dr Fort Wayne IN 46805 (260) 467-6775 |
PK-5 | 28 | 530 |
| Bunche Elementary School 1111 Greene St Fort Wayne IN 46803 (260) 467-4790 |
PK-KG | 14 | 245 |
| Fairfield Elementary School 2825 Fairfield Ave Fort Wayne IN 46807 (260) 467-5900 |
PK-5 | 30 | 590 |
| Forest Park Elementary School 2004 Alabama Ave Fort Wayne IN 46805 (260) 467-6850 |
PK-5 | 34 | 628 |
| Francis M Price Elementary School 1901 West State St Fort Wayne IN 46808 (260) 467-4950 |
PK-5 | 25 | 482 |
| Franke Park Elementary School 828 Mildred Ave Fort Wayne IN 46808 (260) 467-6925 |
PK-5 | 29 | 621 |
| Fred H Croninger Elementary School 6700 Trier Rd Fort Wayne IN 46815 (260) 467-6050 |
KG-5 | 29 | 613 |
| Glenwood Park Elementary School 4501 Vance Ave Fort Wayne IN 46815 (260) 467-6200 |
KG-5 | 30 | 608 |
| Harrison Hill Elementary School 355 South Cornell Circle Fort Wayne IN 46807 (260) 467-7000 |
PK-5 | 30 | 638 |
| Indian Village Elementary School 3835 Wenonah Ln Fort Wayne IN 46809 (260) 467-5200 |
PK-5 | 30 | 485 |
| J Wilbur Haley Elementary School 2201 Maplecrest Rd Fort Wayne IN 46815 (260) 467-4510 |
PK-5 | 32 | 564 |
| Jeff H Towles Intermediate School 420 East Paulding Rd Fort Wayne IN 46815 (260) 467-4300 |
1-8 | 33 | 558 |
| Jefferson Middle School 5303 Wheelock Rd Fort Wayne IN 46835 (260) 467-4825 |
6-8 | 39 | 675 |
| John S Irwin Elementary School 3501 South Anthony Blvd Fort Wayne IN 46806 (260) 467-5310 |
KG-5 | 17 | 306 |
| Kekionga Middle School 2929 Engle Rd Fort Wayne IN 46809 (260) 467-6600 |
6-8 | 31 | 490 |
| Lakeside Middle School 2100 Lake Ave Fort Wayne IN 46805 (260) 467-8625 |
6-8 | 37 | 503 |
| Lane Middle School 4901 Vance Ave Fort Wayne IN 46815 (260) 467-4400 |
6-8 | 30 | 548 |
| Levan R Scott Academy 950 East Fairfax Ave Fort Wayne IN 46806 (260) 467-8050 |
PK-5 | 30 | 392 |
| Lincoln Elementary School 1001 East Cook Rd Fort Wayne IN 46825 (260) 467-5400 |
KG-5 | 39 | 728 |
| Lindley Elementary School 2201 Ardmore Ave Fort Wayne IN 46802 (260) 467-5350 |
KG-5 | 30 | 455 |
| Mabel K Holland Elementary School 7000 Red Haw Dr Fort Wayne IN 46825 (260) 467-7075 |
PK-5 | 23 | 555 |
| Maplewood Elementary School 2200 Maplewood Rd Fort Wayne IN 46819 (260) 467-7150 |
PK-5 | 25 | 424 |
| Memorial Park Middle School 2200 Maumee Ave Fort Wayne IN 46803 (260) 467-5300 |
6-8 | 35 | 652 |
| Merle J Abbett Elementary School 4325 Smith St Fort Wayne IN 46806 (260) 467-5800 |
PK-5 | 24 | 355 |
| Miami Middle School 8100 Amherst Dr Fort Wayne IN 46819 (260) 467-8560 |
6-8 | 50 | 773 |
| Nebraska Elementary School 1525 Boone St Fort Wayne IN 46808 (260) 467-8000 |
PK-5 | 11 | 198 |
| North Side High School 475 East State St Fort Wayne IN 46805 (260) 467-2800 |
9-12 | 81 | 1,736 |
| Northcrest Elementary School 5301 Archwood Ln Fort Wayne IN 46825 (260) 467-5450 |
PK-5 | 22 | 433 |
| Northrop High School 7001 Coldwater Rd Fort Wayne IN 46825 (260) 467-2300 |
9-12 | 93 | 2,196 |
| Northwood Middle School 1201 East Wash Ctr Rd Fort Wayne IN 46825 (260) 467-2930 |
6-8 | 43 | 728 |
| Portage Middle School 3521 Taylor St Fort Wayne IN 46802 (260) 467-4500 |
6-8 | 31 | 491 |
| R Nelson Snider High School 4600 Fairlawn Pass Fort Wayne IN 46815 (260) 467-4600 |
9-12 | 78 | 1,840 |
| Robert C Harris Elementary School 4501 Thorngate Dr Fort Wayne IN 46835 (260) 467-6300 |
KG-5 | 22 | 422 |
| Saint Joseph Central School 6341 St Joe Ctr Rd Fort Wayne IN 46835 (260) 467-6100 |
KG-5 | 27 | 460 |
| Shawnee Middle School 1000 East Cook Rd Fort Wayne IN 46825 (260) 467-6525 |
6-8 | 50 | 887 |
| South Side High School 3601 South Calhoun St Fort Wayne IN 46807 (260) 467-2600 |
9-12 | 66 | 1,400 |
| South Wayne Elementary School 810 Cottage Ave Fort Wayne IN 46807 (260) 467-8100 |
PK-5 | 20 | 369 |
| Study Elementary School 2414 Brooklyn Ave Fort Wayne IN 46802 (260) 467-8500 |
PK-5 | 18 | 294 |
| Washington Center Elementary School 1936 West Wallen Rd Fort Wayne IN 46818 (260) 467-6250 |
PK-5 | 28 | 525 |
| Washington Elementary School 1015 West Wash Blvd Fort Wayne IN 46802 (260) 467-8150 |
KG-5 | 15 | 233 |
| Wayne High School 9100 Winchester Rd Fort Wayne IN 46819 (260) 467-6400 |
9-12 | 70 | 1,417 |
| Waynedale Elementary School 7201 Elzey Fort Wayne IN 46809 (260) 467-8820 |
KG-5 | 34 | 487 |
| Weisser Park Elementary School 902 Colerick St Fort Wayne IN 46806 (260) 467-8875 |
1-5 | 40 | 565 |
| Whitney M Young Early Childhood School 1026 East Pontiac St Fort Wayne IN 46803 (260) 467-8950 |
PK-KG | 12 | 262 |
| Willard Shambaugh Elementary School 5320 Rebecca Dr Fort Wayne IN 46835 (260) 467-6150 |
KG-5 | 25 | 405 |