MCPS -- McCracken County High School
Teacher Salary and Benefits
McCracken County High School has over seven thousand students and 400 teachers and support staff. The tables below provide faculty and teacher salaries for the entire state of Kentucky, due to more localized data not being available. The data is taken 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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Kentucky Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, the following table details average salary ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Kentucky. There can be wide variations in salary, which can be attributed to experience or education levels, for example teachers with master's in education degrees may get a higher salary.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $40,010 | $22,420-$60,070 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $54,890 | $39,410 - $70,280 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $55,650 | $39,750 - $73,320 |
| Middle School Teacher | $56,110 | $40,420 - $78,460 |
| High School Teacher | $58,160 | $40,650 - $79,040 |
| PE Teacher | $59,620 | $21,060 - $97,200 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Kentucky, 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 lists average salary ranges for special education teachers in Kentucky.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $40,010 | $22,420-$60,070 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $54,510 | $39,450 - $64,610 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Kentucky, 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, including counselors and librarians for the state of Kentucky below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $50,840 | $29,370-$82,070 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $89,870 | $64,430 - $122,630 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $58,890 | $35,960 - $81,540 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Kentucky, 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 McCracken County High School is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Kentucky | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $16,610 | $15,369 |
| Administrators | $11,092 | $9,402 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
McCracken County High School Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by McCracken County High School. 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 McCracken County High School per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 392 | 399 | 393 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 29 | 25 | 27 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 214 | 211 | 212 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 98 | 103 | 99 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 49 | 53 | 49 |
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 | 5 | 6 | 13 |
| Teaching Assistants | 92 | 94 | 97 |
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 McCracken County High School are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 320 | 320 | 317 |
| District Support Staff | 20 | 18 | 20 |
| School Administrators | 25 | 27 | 27 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 39 | 40 | 38 |
| Student Support Staff | 32 | 29 | 27 |
| Other Support Staff | 217 | 200 | 198 |
| Librarians | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Guidance Counselors | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| Other School Counselors | 18 | 17 | 17 |
McCracken County High School Schools
We have listed the 17 schools and their contact information, which is operated by McCracken County High School in the list 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:
- Paducah Independent School District (7 Schools)
- Livingston County School District (4 Schools)
- Marshall County School District (12 Schools)
- Ballard County School District (4 Schools)
- Graves County School District (14 Schools)
McCracken County High School Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Paducah
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord Elementary School 5184 Hinkleville Rd Paducah KY 42001 (270) 538-4050 |
PK-5 | 33 | 613 |
| Farley Elementary School 1250 Husbands Rd Paducah KY 42003 (270) 538-4170 |
PK-5 | 32 | 501 |
| Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School 2501 Marshall Ave Paducah KY 42003 (270) 538-4110 |
PK-5 | 27 | 454 |
| Lone Oak Elementary School 301 Cumberland Ave Paducah KY 42001 (270) 538-4120 |
PK-5 | 36 | 610 |
| Lone Oak Intermediate School 300 Cumberland Ave Paducah KY 42001 (270) 538-4000 |
1-5 | 26 | 469 |
| Lone Oak Middle School 225 John East Robinson Ave Paducah KY 42001 (270) 538-4070 |
6-8 | 42 | 740 |
| Mccracken Alternative Placement School 435 Berger Rd Paducah KY 42003 (270) 538-4000 |
6-12 | 5 | 63 |
| Mccracken County High School 6601 Old Us Hwy 60 Paducah KY 42001 (270) 538-4000 |
9-12 | 101 | 1,873 |
| Mccracken County Regional Juvenile Detention Center Alternative School 501 County Park Rd Paducah KY 42001 (270) 575-7127 |
4-12 | 1 | 20 |
| Reidland Elementary School 5741 Benton Rd Paducah KY 42003 (270) 538-4180 |
PK-5 | 21 | 307 |
| Reidland Middle School 5347 Benton Rd Paducah KY 42001 (270) 538-4190 |
6-8 | 22 | 356 |
Teaching in West Paducah
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Elementary School 4365 Metropolis Lake Rd West Paducah KY 42086 (270) 538-4060 |
PK-5 | 25 | 465 |
| Heath Middle School 4336 Metropolis Lake Rd West Paducah KY 42086 (270) 538-4070 |
6-8 | 24 | 458 |