Meridian Public School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Meridian Public School District oversees 12 schools with more than 400 teachers and instructors. The tables below display teacher salaries for the entire state of Mississippi, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been gathered through several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Mississippi Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, the following table details average salary ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Mississippi. 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 | $27,520 | $18,260-$39,720 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $45,910 | $37,270 - $59,460 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $45,650 | $37,230 - $58,450 |
| Middle School Teacher | $48,170 | $38,600 - $60,580 |
| High School Teacher | $49,770 | $38,420 - $62,020 |
| PE Teacher | $67,710 | $21,200 - $97,560 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Mississippi, 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 ranges for special education teachers in Mississippi.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $27,520 | $18,260-$39,720 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $47,300 | $38,140 - $60,630 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Mississippi, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about salary ranges and details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the state of Mississippi below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $44,020 | $27,620-$62,400 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $79,840 | $61,380 - $100,430 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $50,850 | $35,000 - $67,120 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Mississippi, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Meridian Public School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Meridian Public School District. 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 Meridian Public School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 426 | 432 | 409 |
| Preschool Teachers | 10 | 11 | 13 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 26 | 26 | 25 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 160 | 161 | 159 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 151 | 166 | 163 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 79 | 68 | 50 |
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 | 16 | 14 | 12 |
| Teaching Assistants | 108 | 124 | 124 |
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 Meridian Public School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 332 | 332 | 292 |
| District Administrators | 9 | 10 | 10 |
| District Support Staff | 33 | 30 | 44 |
| Student Support Staff | 35 | 37 | 39 |
| Other Support Staff | 204 | 214 | 218 |
| Librarians | 9 | 11 | 11 |
| Guidance Counselors | 23 | 22 | 22 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 14 | 12 | 14 |
Meridian Public School District Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Meridian Public School District manages 12 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed 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:
- Lauderdale County School District (12 Schools)
- Enterprise School District (3 Schools)
- Quitman School District (6 Schools)
- Newton County School District (4 Schools)
- Newton Municipal School District (4 Schools)
Meridian Public School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestwood Elementary School 730 Crestwood Dr Meridian MS 39301 (601) 482-0395 |
PK-5 | 24 | 405 |
| George Washington Carver Middle School 900 44th Ave Meridian MS 39307 (601) 484-4484 |
6-8 | 28 | 440 |
| Magnolia Middle School 1350 24th St Meridian MS 39305 (601) 484-4064 |
6-8 | 26 | 380 |
| Meridian High School 2320 32nd St Meridian MS 39305 (601) 485-3848 |
9-12 | 95 | 1,490 |
| Northwest Junior High School 4400 32nd St Meridian MS 39307 (601) 484-4099 |
6-8 | 37 | 492 |
| Oakland Heights Elementary School 601 59th Ave Meridian MS 39307 (601) 482-3541 |
PK-5 | 30 | 547 |
| Parkview Elementary School 1225 26th St Meridian MS 39305 (601) 484-3616 |
PK-5 | 32 | 607 |
| Poplar Springs Elementary School 4101 27th Ave Meridian MS 39305 (601) 484-4455 |
PK-5 | 32 | 549 |
| T J Harris Elementary School 3951 12th St Meridian MS 39307 (601) 482-1683 |
PK-5 | 38 | 711 |
| West Hills Elementary School 4100 32nd St Meridian MS 39307 (601) 484-4474 |
PK-5 | 29 | 545 |