KCPS -- Kansas City Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
It is estimated that over 2,000 educators are employed at KCPS. The KCPS teacher and administration salary figures displayed in the tables below are taken from several government agencies as noted 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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KCPS Teacher Salary Details
This table displays average salary ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Kansas City 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 | $37,510 | $23,730-$55,880 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $57,570 | $44,390 - $74,190 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,720 | $40,150 - $77,320 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,220 | $44,290 - $77,430 |
| High School Teacher | $59,650 | $40,450 - $79,270 |
| PE Teacher | $48,340 | $19,250 - $81,270 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kansas City, 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 details average salary ranges for special education teachers are employed by KCPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $37,510 | $23,730-$55,880 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $59,330 | $41,650 - $78,560 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kansas City, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Kansas City area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $51,730 | $37,110-$68,360 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $101,650 | $66,440 - $132,120 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $55,650 | $36,710 - $77,870 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Kansas City, 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 KCPS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Kansas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $16,854 | $10,733 |
| Administrators | $15,802 | $13,445 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Kansas City Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by KCPS. 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 KCPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,397 | 1,513 | 1,540 |
| Preschool Teachers | 40 | 52 | 53 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 211 | 224 | 239 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 404 | 419 | 430 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 464 | 524 | 651 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 278 | 294 | 167 |
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 | 74 | 76 | 84 |
| Teaching Assistants | 278 | 278 | 286 |
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 KCPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 806 | 806 | 1,122 |
| District Support Staff | 43 | 43 | 43 |
| School Administrators | 75 | 73 | 88 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 84 | 84 | 84 |
| Student Support Staff | 171 | 76 | 173 |
| Other Support Staff | 525 | 525 | 730 |
| Librarians | 20 | 17 | 23 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 24 | 24 |
| Guidance Counselors | 21 | 23 | 35 |
| Other School Counselors | 21 | 23 | 35 |
KCPS Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, KCPS oversees 43 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:
- Turner-Kansas City School District (7 Schools)
- Piper-Kansas City School District (4 Schools)
- Shawnee Mission School District (43 Schools)
- Bonner Springs School District (5 Schools)
- Basehor-Linwood School District (5 Schools)
Kansas City Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argentine Middle School 2123 Ruby Ave Kansas City KS 66106 (913) 627-6750 |
6-8 | 41 | 553 |
| Arrowhead Middle School 1715 North 82nd St Kansas City KS 66112 (913) 627-6600 |
6-8 | 34 | 465 |
| Banneker Elementary School 2026 North 4th St Kansas City KS 66101 (913) 627-4700 |
KG-5 | 29 | 398 |
| Bertram Caruthers Elementary School 1100 Waverly Kansas City KS 66104 (913) 627-4750 |
KG-5 | 22 | 273 |
| Bethel Elementary School 7850 Yecker Kansas City KS 66109 (913) 627-3000 |
KG-5 | 11 | 151 |
| Central Middle School 925 Ivandale Kansas City KS 66101 (913) 627-6150 |
6-8 | 42 | 597 |
| Chelsea Elementary School 2500 Wood Kansas City KS 66104 (913) 627-5000 |
KG-5 | 39 | 614 |
| Claude a Huyck Elementary School 1530 North 83rd St Kansas City KS 66112 (913) 627-4650 |
KG-5 | 17 | 240 |
| Coronado Middle School 1735 North 64th Terr Kansas City KS 66102 (913) 627-6300 |
6-8 | 32 | 438 |
| D D Eisenhower Middle School 2901 North 72nd St Kansas City KS 66109 (913) 627-6450 |
6-8 | 35 | 529 |
| Douglass Elementary School 1310 North 9th St Kansas City KS 66101 (913) 627-5100 |
KG-5 | 32 | 445 |
| Emerson Elementary School 1429 South 29th Kansas City KS 66106 (913) 627-5900 |
KG-5 | 16 | 209 |
| Eugene Ware Elementary School 4820 Oakland Kansas City KS 66102 (913) 627-5950 |
KG-5 | 22 | 335 |
| F L Schlagle High School 2214 North 59th St Kansas City KS 66104 (913) 627-7500 |
9-12 | 59 | 816 |
| Frances Willard Elementary School 3400 Orville Kansas City KS 66102 (913) 627-6100 |
KG-5 | 33 | 484 |
| Frank Rushton Elementary School 2605 West 43rd Ave Kansas City KS 66103 (913) 627-3050 |
KG-5 | 27 | 430 |
| Grant Elementary School 1510 North 4th St Kansas City KS 66101 (913) 627-4300 |
KG-5 | 22 | 286 |
| Hazel Grove Elementary School 2401 North 67th St Kansas City KS 66104 (913) 627-7000 |
PK-5 | 33 | 512 |
| J C Harmon High School 2400 Steele Rd Kansas City KS 66106 (913) 627-7050 |
9-12 | 76 | 1,261 |
| John F Kennedy Elementary School 2600 North 72nd St Kansas City KS 66109 (913) 627-4950 |
KG-5 | 30 | 443 |
| John Fiske Elementary School 625 South Valley Kansas City KS 66105 (913) 627-4850 |
PK-5 | 25 | 1,309 |
| Lindbergh Elementary School 641 North 57th St Kansas City KS 66102 (913) 627-5150 |
KG-5 | 15 | 187 |
| M E Pearson Elementary School 310 North 11th St Kansas City KS 66102 (913) 627-3150 |
PK-5 | 40 | 589 |
| Mark Twain Elementary School 2300 Minnesota Ave Kansas City KS 66102 (913) 627-5200 |
KG-5 | 17 | 261 |
| Mckinley Elementary School 611 North 14th St Kansas City KS 66102 (913) 627-7350 |
KG-5 | 15 | 197 |
| New Stanley Elementary School 3604 Metropolitan Kansas City KS 66106 (913) 627-3950 |
KG-5 | 26 | 346 |
| Noble Prentis Elementary School 2337 South 14th St Kansas City KS 66103 (913) 627-5250 |
KG-5 | 15 | 242 |
| Northwest Middle School 2400 North 18th St Kansas City KS 66104 (913) 627-4000 |
6-8 | 42 | 705 |
| Parker Elementary School 3334 Haskell Kansas City KS 66104 (913) 627-4200 |
KG-5 | 13 | 197 |
| Quindaro Elementary School 2800 Farrow Kansas City KS 66104 (913) 627-4400 |
PK-5 | 25 | 373 |
| Rosedale Middle School 3600 Springfield Kansas City KS 66103 (913) 627-6900 |
6-8 | 35 | 601 |
| Silver City Elementary School 2515 Lawrence Ave Kansas City KS 66106 (913) 627-4550 |
PK-5 | 25 | 345 |
| Stony Point North School 8200 Elizabeth Kansas City KS 66112 (913) 627-4500 |
KG-5 | 25 | 320 |
| Stony Point South School 150 South 78th St Kansas City KS 66111 (913) 627-4600 |
KG-5 | 25 | 348 |
| Sumner Academy of Arts & Science 1610 North 8th St Kansas City KS 66101 (913) 627-7200 |
8-12 | 57 | 836 |
| Thomas a Edison Elementary School 1000 Locust St Kansas City KS 66103 (913) 627-4900 |
PK-5 | 23 | 403 |
| Washington High School 7340 Leavenworth Rd Kansas City KS 66109 (913) 627-7800 |
9-12 | 66 | 1,012 |
| Welborn Elementary School 5200 Leavenworth Rd Kansas City KS 66104 (913) 627-4450 |
KG-5 | 29 | 524 |
| West Middle School 2600 North 44th St Kansas City KS 66104 (913) 627-6000 |
6-8 | 28 | 372 |
| White Church Elementary School 2226 North 85th St Kansas City KS 66109 (913) 627-4250 |
KG-5 | 17 | 278 |
| Whittier Elementary School 295 South 10th St Kansas City KS 66102 (913) 627-6400 |
KG-5 | 46 | 635 |
| Wm a White Elementary School 2600 North 43rd Terrace Kansas City KS 66104 (913) 627-6250 |
KG-5 | 18 | 250 |
| Wyandotte High School 2501 Minneosta Ave Kansas City KS 66102 (913) 627-7650 |
9-12 | 95 | 1,460 |