KPS -- Kalamazoo Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Kalamazoo Public Schools oversees 25 schools with more than 700 teachers. The tables below provide school administration and teacher salaries at Kalamazoo Public Schools. The data is obtained 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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KPS Teacher Salary Details
The following table displays average salary and ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Kalamazoo-Portage region. 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 | $33,880 | $26,590-$43,680 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,370 | $45,380 - $79,400 |
| Middle School Teacher | $64,320 | $46,170 - $80,420 |
| High School Teacher | $65,390 | $44,780 - $79,190 |
| PE Teacher | $59,840 | $23,210 - $93,070 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kalamazoo-Portage, SOC Codes: 25-2011, 25-2012, 25-2021, 25-2022, 25-2031, 27-2022, 25-3098, 25-9041
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Kalamazoo-Portage area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $48,920 | $36,790-$63,570 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $99,150 | $69,900 - $129,810 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $59,540 | $36,080 - $82,380 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kalamazoo-Portage, 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 Kalamazoo Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $28,299 | $27,286 |
| Administrators | $19,471 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Kalamazoo Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Kalamazoo Public Schools. 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 Kalamazoo Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 760 | 738 | 727 |
| Preschool Teachers | 11 | 13 | 14 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 360 | 348 | 347 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 286 | 276 | 269 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 103 | 100 | 98 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistants | 115 | 115 | 110 |
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 Kalamazoo Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 662 | 662 | 683 |
| District Administrators | 12 | 13 | 14 |
| School Administrators | 39 | 45 | 45 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 92 | 86 | 89 |
| Student Support Staff | 236 | 254 | 272 |
| Other Support Staff | 247 | 255 | 256 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 12 | 12 |
| Guidance Counselors | 17 | 16 | 17 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 15 | 14 | 15 |
Kalamazoo Public Schools Schools
We have listed the 25 schools and their contact information, which is operated by Kalamazoo Public Schools 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:
- Comstock Public Schools District (7 Schools)
- Parchment School District (6 Schools)
- Portage Public Schools (14 Schools)
- Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools District (4 Schools)
- Schoolcraft Community Schools District (4 Schools)
Kalamazoo Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia Elementary School 932 Boswell Ln Kalamazoo MI 49006 (269) 337-0530 |
PK-5 | 24 | 376 |
| Chime Elementary School 2294 South 9th St Kalamazoo MI 49009 (269) 337-0630 |
PK-5 | 29 | 546 |
| Edison Environmental Science Academy 924 Russell St Kalamazoo MI 49001 (269) 337-0550 |
PK-5 | 28 | 334 |
| El Sol Elementary School 604 West Vine St Kalamazoo MI 49008 (269) 337-0230 |
KG-5 | 24 | 310 |
| Greenwood Elementary School 3501 Moreland St Kalamazoo MI 49001 (269) 337-0560 |
PK-3 | 10 | 120 |
| Hillside Middle School 1941 Alamo Ave Kalamazoo MI 49006 (269) 337-0570 |
6-8 | 29 | 571 |
| Indian Prairie Elementary School 3546 Grand Prairie Rd Kalamazoo MI 49006 (269) 337-0590 |
PK-3 | 11 | 213 |
| Kalamazoo Central High School 2432 North Drake Rd Kalamazoo MI 49006 (269) 337-0300 |
9-12 | 77 | 1,595 |
| King-Westwood Elementary School 1100 Nichols Rd Kalamazoo MI 49006 (269) 337-0610 |
KG-5 | 28 | 544 |
| Lincoln International Studies School 912 North Burdick St Kalamazoo MI 49007 (269) 337-0640 |
PK-5 | 23 | 315 |
| Linden Grove Middle School 4241 Arboretum Parkway Kalamazoo MI 49006 (269) 337-1740 |
6-8 | 38 | 772 |
| Loy Norrix High School 606 East Kilgore Rd Kalamazoo MI 49001 (269) 337-0200 |
9-12 | 78 | 1,545 |
| Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts 922 West Maple St Kalamazoo MI 49008 (269) 337-0730 |
6-8 | 39 | 744 |
| Milwood Elementary School 3400 Lovers Ln Kalamazoo MI 49001 (269) 337-0660 |
PK-5 | 23 | 420 |
| Milwood Middle School 2916 Konkle St Kalamazoo MI 49001 (269) 337-0670 |
6-8 | 40 | 711 |
| Northeastern Elementary School 2433 Gertrude St Kalamazoo MI 49048 (269) 337-0690 |
PK-5 | 24 | 317 |
| Northglade Montessori School 1914 Cobb Ave Kalamazoo MI 49007 (269) 337-0700 |
PK-5 | 11 | 196 |
| Parkwood-Upjohn Elementary School 2321 South Park St Kalamazoo MI 49001 (269) 337-0720 |
PK-5 | 30 | 505 |
| Phoenix / New City Alternative School 1411 Oakland Dr Kalamazoo MI 49008 (269) 337-0760 |
9-12 | 7 | 130 |
| Spring Valley Center for Exploration School 3530 Mount Olivet Rd Kalamazoo MI 49004 (269) 337-0750 |
PK-5 | 23 | 356 |
| Transition Services School 714 South Westnedge Ave Kalamazoo MI 49007 (269) 337-0161 |
12-12 | 1 | 35 |
| Washington Writers' Academy 3333 South Westnedge Ave Kalamazoo MI 49008 (269) 337-0770 |
PK-5 | 25 | 318 |
| Winchell Elementary School 2316 Winchell Ave Kalamazoo MI 49008 (269) 337-0780 |
PK-5 | 22 | 455 |
| Woods Lake Elementary:a Magnet Center for the Arts School 3215 Oakland Dr Kalamazoo MI 49008 (269) 337-0790 |
KG-5 | 31 | 515 |
| Woodward School for Technology and Research 606 Stuart Ave Kalamazoo MI 49007 (269) 337-0810 |
PK-5 | 28 | 368 |