Kanawha County Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Over 2,000 teachers are employed at Kanawha County Schools. The tables below profile teacher and administration salaries at Kanawha County Schools. The data has been gathered through 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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Kanawha County Schools Teacher Salary Details
This table displays average salary and ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Charleston 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 | $34,280 | $22,480-$52,200 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $51,540 | $45,700 - $64,230 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $49,560 | $39,470 - $59,930 |
| Middle School Teacher | $50,210 | $38,950 - $59,960 |
| High School Teacher | $49,220 | $37,140 - $59,110 |
| PE Teacher | $49,660 | $23,880 - $68,970 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Charleston, 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 who work for Kanawha County Schools and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $48,020 | $30,880 - $59,700 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Charleston, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Charleston area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $72,170 | $47,700 - $90,950 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $50,480 | $34,170 - $68,600 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Charleston, 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 Kanawha County Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | West Virginia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $27,676 | $31,385 |
| Administrators | $38,117 | $43,566 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Kanawha County Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Kanawha County 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 Kanawha County Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,979 | 1,972 | 1,926 |
| Preschool Teachers | 34 | 36 | 33 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 119 | 124 | 121 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 822 | 820 | 798 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 1,005 | 993 | 975 |
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 | 21 | 20 | 14 |
| Teaching Assistants | 374 | 369 | 366 |
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 Kanawha County Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,319 | 1,319 | 1,330 |
| District Administrators | 74 | 75 | 81 |
| District Support Staff | 77 | 76 | 71 |
| School Administrators | 123 | 119 | 121 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 43 | 42 | 42 |
| Student Support Staff | 150 | 152 | 155 |
| Other Support Staff | 859 | 856 | 861 |
| Librarians | 63 | 57 | 54 |
| Guidance Counselors | 98 | 92 | 95 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 45 | 43 | 46 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 53 | 49 | 49 |
Kanawha County Schools Schools
We have listed the 70 schools and their contact information, which is managed by Kanawha County 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:
- Putnam County Schools (23 Schools)
- Boone County School District (16 Schools)
- Lincoln County School District (8 Schools)
- Clay County School District (6 Schools)
- Jackson County School District (13 Schools)
Kanawha County Schools Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
Click on the city name to see the list of schools in that city.
- Belle (3)
- Cedar Grove (2)
- Charleston (28)
- Clendenin (2)
- Diamond (1)
- Dunbar (4)
- East Bank (1)
- Elkview (3)
- Marmet (1)
- Miami (1)
- Nitro (2)
- Pratt (1)
- Saint Albans (8)
- Sissonville (1)
- South Charleston (7)
- Tad (1)
- Tornado (1)
Teaching in Belle
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Elementary School 401 East 6th St Belle WV 25015 (304) 949-2612 |
PK-5 | 17 | 283 |
| Dupont Middle School 301 West 34th St Belle WV 25015 (304) 348-1978 |
6-8 | 24 | 373 |
| Riverside High School 1 Warrior Way Belle WV 25015 (304) 348-1996 |
9-12 | 67 | 1,243 |
Teaching in Cedar Grove
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Grove Community Elementary School 200 John St Cedar Grove WV 25039 (304) 949-1642 |
PK-5 | 25 | 319 |
| Cedar Grove Middle School 200 John St Cedar Grove WV 25039 (304) 949-1642 |
6-8 | 15 | 164 |
Teaching in Charleston
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Jackson Middle School 5445 Big Tyler Rd Charleston WV 25313 (304) 776-3310 |
6-8 | 38 | 643 |
| Capital High School 1500 Greenbrier St Charleston WV 25311 (304) 348-6500 |
9-12 | 77 | 1,323 |
| Chamberlain Elementary School 4901 Venable Av South East Charleston WV 25304 (304) 348-1969 |
PK-5 | 13 | 243 |
| Chesapeake Elementary School 13620 Mccorkle Ave Charleston WV 25315 (304) 949-1121 |
PK-5 | 15 | 172 |
| Cross Lanes Elementary School 5525 Big Tyler Rd Charleston WV 25313 (304) 776-2022 |
PK-5 | 20 | 361 |
| Elk Elementary Center School 3320 Pennsylvania Ave Charleston WV 25302 (304) 348-7776 |
PK-5 | 40 | 595 |
| Flinn Elementary School 2006 Mcclure Parkway Charleston WV 25312 (304) 348-1960 |
KG-4 | 32 | 546 |
| Geo Washington High School 1522 Tennis Club Rd Charleston WV 25314 (304) 348-7729 |
9-12 | 55 | 1,088 |
| Grandview Elementary School 959 Woodward Dr Charleston WV 25312 (304) 348-1928 |
PK-5 | 19 | 286 |
| Holz Elementary School 1505 Hampton Rd Charleston WV 25314 (304) 348-1906 |
PK-5 | 17 | 253 |
| Horace Mann Middle School 4300 Maccorkle Ave Charleston WV 25304 (304) 348-1971 |
6-8 | 28 | 510 |
| J E Robins Elementary School 915 Beech Ave Charleston WV 25302 (304) 348-6631 |
PK-5 | 18 | 204 |
| John Adams Junior High School 2002 Presidential Dr Charleston WV 25314 (304) 348-6652 |
6-8 | 44 | 785 |
| Kanawha City Elementary School 3601 Staunton Ave Se Charleston WV 25304 (304) 348-1985 |
PK-5 | 19 | 338 |
| Kanawha County Schools Academy 200 Elizabeth St Charleston WV 25311 (304) 348-7731 |
6-12 | 14 | 235 |
| Kenna Elementary School 198 Eureka Rd Charleston WV 25314 (304) 348-6104 |
PK-5 | 11 | 209 |
| Malden Elementary School 4001 Salinas Dr Charleston WV 25306 (304) 348-1973 |
PK-5 | 14 | 216 |
| Overbrook Elementary School 218 Overbrook Rd Charleston WV 25314 (304) 348-6179 |
PK-5 | 24 | 502 |
| Piedmont Elementary School 203 Bradford St Charleston WV 25301 (304) 348-1910 |
PK-5 | 21 | 349 |
| Point Harmony Elementary School 5312 Big Tyler Rd Charleston WV 25313 (304) 776-3482 |
PK-5 | 33 | 640 |
| Ruffner Elementary School 809 Litz Dr Charleston WV 25311 (304) 348-1130 |
PK-5 | 22 | 357 |
| Shoals Elementary School 100 Dutch Rd Charleston WV 25302 (304) 348-1900 |
PK-5 | 18 | 281 |
| Sissonville High School 6100 Sissonville Dr Charleston WV 25312 (304) 348-1954 |
9-12 | 41 | 648 |
| Sissonville Middle School 100 Middle School Ln Charleston WV 25312 (304) 348-1993 |
5-8 | 38 | 614 |
| Stonewall Jackson Middle School 812 Park Ave Charleston WV 25302 (304) 348-6123 |
6-8 | 45 | 582 |
| Watts Elementary School 230 Costello St Charleston WV 25302 (304) 348-6635 |
PK-5 | 18 | 196 |
| Weberwood Elementary School 732 Gordon Rd Charleston WV 25303 (304) 348-1924 |
KG-5 | 15 | 249 |
| West Side Elementary School 100 Florida St Charleston WV 25302 (304) 348-6610 |
PK-6 | 37 | 495 |
Teaching in Clendenin
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clendenin Elementary School 503 Maywood Ave Clendenin WV 25045 (304) 965-5311 |
PK-5 | 18 | 346 |
| Herbert Hoover High School 275 Elk River Rd South Clendenin WV 25045 (304) 965-3394 |
9-12 | 42 | 721 |
Teaching in Diamond
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland Trail Elementary School 200 Ferry St Diamond WV 25015 (304) 949-1823 |
PK-5 | 15 | 249 |
Teaching in Dunbar
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunbar Intermediate Center School 1330 Myers Ave Dunbar WV 25064 (304) 766-1570 |
PK-5 | 21 | 315 |
| Dunbar Middle School 325 27th St Dunbar WV 25064 (304) 766-0363 |
6-8 | 27 | 395 |
| Dunbar Primary Center School 2401 Myers Ave Dunbar WV 25064 (304) 766-0367 |
PK-2 | 24 | 336 |
| Shawnee Community Center School 142 Marshall Ave Dunbar WV 25064 (304) 766-0378 |
PK-12 | 6 | 48 |
Teaching in East Bank
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Bank Middle School First and Brannen East Bank WV 25067 (304) 595-2311 |
6-8 | 27 | 406 |
Teaching in Elkview
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Elementary School 5120 Elk River Rd North Elkview WV 25071 (304) 965-5501 |
PK-5 | 14 | 159 |
| Elkview Middle School 5090 North Elk River Rd Elkview WV 25071 (304) 348-1947 |
6-8 | 43 | 752 |
| Pinch Elementary School 300 South Pinch Rd Elkview WV 25071 (304) 348-1943 |
PK-5 | 22 | 374 |
Teaching in Marmet
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marmet Elementary School 408 94th St Marmet WV 25315 (304) 949-2382 |
PK-5 | 11 | 168 |
Teaching in Miami
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharon Dawes Elementary School Cabin Creek Rd Miami WV 25134 (304) 595-3323 |
PK-5 | 16 | 222 |
Teaching in Nitro
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitro Elementary School 1921 19th St Nitro WV 25143 (304) 755-2451 |
PK-5 | 22 | 388 |
| Nitro High School 1300 Park Ave Nitro WV 25143 (304) 755-4321 |
9-12 | 46 | 791 |
Teaching in Pratt
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pratt Elementary School Center and Stark St Pratt WV 25162 (304) 949-4838 |
PK-5 | 19 | 279 |
Teaching in Saint Albans
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alban Elementary School 2030 Harrison Ave Saint Albans WV 25177 (304) 722-0234 |
PK-5 | 22 | 376 |
| Anne Bailey Elementary School 405 Winfield Rd Saint Albans WV 25177 (304) 722-0230 |
PK-5 | 22 | 330 |
| Central Elementary School 900 Helene St Saint Albans WV 25177 (304) 722-0226 |
PK-5 | 20 | 399 |
| George C Weimer Elementary School 3040 Kanawha Terrace Saint Albans WV 25177 (304) 722-0205 |
PK-5 | 16 | 172 |
| Hayes Junior High School 830 Strawberry Rd Saint Albans WV 25177 (304) 722-0222 |
6-8 | 32 | 474 |
| Lakewood Elementary School 2089 Lakewood Dr Saint Albans WV 25177 (304) 722-0200 |
PK-5 | 18 | 267 |
| Mckinley Junior High School 3000 Kanawha Terrace Saint Albans WV 25177 (304) 722-0218 |
6-8 | 22 | 383 |
| Saint Albans High School 2100 Kanawha Terrace Saint Albans WV 25177 (304) 722-0212 |
9-12 | 62 | 1,025 |
Teaching in Sissonville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sissonville Elementary School 8324 Sissonville Dr Sissonville WV 25320 (304) 348-1961 |
PK-4 | 18 | 310 |
Teaching in South Charleston
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alum Creek Elementary School Rt 7 Box 279a South Charleston WV 25309 (304) 348-1935 |
PK-5 | 13 | 202 |
| Bridgeview Elementary Center School 5100 Ohio St South Charleston WV 25309 (304) 766-0383 |
PK-5 | 33 | 486 |
| Montrose Elementary School 631 Montrose Dr South Charleston WV 25303 (304) 348-1930 |
KG-5 | 16 | 283 |
| Richmond Elementary School 4620 Spring Hill Ave South Charleston WV 25309 (304) 766-0357 |
PK-5 | 18 | 253 |
| Ruthlawn Elementary School Rt 8 Box 428 South Charleston WV 25309 (304) 744-9481 |
PK-5 | 16 | 275 |
| South Charleston High School 1 Eagle Way South Charleston WV 25309 (304) 766-0352 |
9-12 | 59 | 987 |
| South Charleston Middle School 400 Third Ave South Charleston WV 25303 (304) 348-1918 |
6-8 | 25 | 407 |
Teaching in Tad
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Ingles Elementary School Campbell's Creek Dr Tad WV 25201 (304) 348-1975 |
PK-5 | 14 | 190 |
Teaching in Tornado
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andrews Heights Elementary School Coal River Rd Tornado WV 25202 (304) 722-0232 |
PK-5 | 18 | 308 |