OPSB -- New Orleans Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
OPSB oversees 21 schools with over 800 educators. The tables below display school administration and teacher salaries at OPSB. The data is obtained from 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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OPSB Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists the average salary for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the New Orleans-Metairie-Kenner 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 | $39,670 | $22,600-$57,880 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $51,550 | $44,510 - $57,940 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $53,000 | $47,410 - $61,620 |
| Middle School Teacher | $52,670 | $38,550 - $60,900 |
| High School Teacher | $56,170 | $48,090 - $63,430 |
| PE Teacher | $108,730 | $20,510 - $177,130 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: New Orleans-Metairie-Kenner, 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 the average salary for special education teachers who work for OPSB and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $39,670 | $22,600-$57,880 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $54,240 | $45,990 - $62,050 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: New Orleans-Metairie-Kenner, 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 and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the New Orleans-Metairie-Kenner area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $63,650 | $42,660-$75,260 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $87,340 | $61,600 - $124,900 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $58,330 | $45,460 - $72,840 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: New Orleans-Metairie-Kenner, 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 OPSB is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Louisiana | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $23,784 | $20,033 |
| Administrators | $19,381 | $18,410 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
New Orleans Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by OPSB. 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 OPSB per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 702 | 739 | 804 |
| Preschool Teachers | 13 | 13 | 19 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 26 | 32 | 47 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 320 | 347 | 397 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 344 | 348 | 342 |
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 | 78 | 55 | 62 |
| Teaching Assistants | 156 | 151 | 174 |
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 OPSB are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 423 | 423 | 488 |
| District Administrators | 20 | 20 | 19 |
| District Support Staff | 69 | 61 | 68 |
| School Administrators | 38 | 44 | 48 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 65 | 78 | 88 |
| Student Support Staff | 79 | 96 | 109 |
| Other Support Staff | 133 | 124 | 156 |
| Librarians | 12 | 10 | 10 |
| Guidance Counselors | 30 | 25 | 21 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 15 | 15 | 11 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 15 | 10 | 10 |
OPSB Schools
We have listed the 21 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by OPSB 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:
- Plaquemines Parish School Board District (8 Schools)
- Jefferson Parish Public Schools (82 Schools)
- Saint Bernard Parish School Board District (11 Schools)
- Recovery School District - Louisiana Department Of Education (23 Schools)
- St. Charles Parish Public School System (17 Schools)
New Orleans Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alice M. Harte School 4422 General Meyer Ave New Orleans LA 70131 (504) 373-6281 |
KG-8 | 43 | 699 |
| Audubon Montessori School 6101 Chatham Dr New Orleans LA 70122 (504) 324-7100 |
PK-8 | 58 | 808 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Math-Science Magnet School 1116 Jefferson Ave New Orleans LA 70115 (504) 304-3932 |
PK-8 | 47 | 758 |
| Benjamin Franklin High School 2001 Leon C. Simon Dr New Orleans LA 70122 (504) 286-2600 |
9-12 | 49 | 878 |
| Edna Karr Magnet School 3332 Huntlee Dr New Orleans LA 70131 (504) 302-7135 |
9-12 | 53 | 1,044 |
| Edward Hynes Elementary School 990 Harrison Ave New Orleans LA 70124 (504) 324-7160 |
KG-8 | 44 | 652 |
| Lake Forest Montessori Magnet School 12000 Hayne Blvd New Orleans LA 70128 (504) 826-7140 |
KG-8 | 36 | 512 |
| Lusher Elementary / Middle School 5624 Freret St New Orleans LA 70115 (504) 304-3960 |
KG-12 | 114 | 1,711 |
| Mahalia Jackson Elementary School 2405 Jackson Ave New Orleans LA 70117 (504) 359-6950 |
PK-2 | 16 | 139 |
| Mary Bethune Accelerated School 4040 Eagle St New Orleans LA 70118 (504) 324-7076 |
PK-6 | 28 | 396 |
| Mcdonogh #35 High School 1331 Kerlerec St New Orleans LA 70116 (504) 324-7600 |
9-12 | 45 | 694 |
| Mcmain Magnet Secondary School 5712 South Claiborne Ave New Orleans LA 70125 (504) 324-7500 |
7-12 | 50 | 819 |
| New Orleans Science and Mathematics High School 5625 Loyola Ave New Orleans LA 70115 (504) 324-7061 |
9-12 | 29 | 394 |
| Robert R. Moton Elementary School 3774 Gentilly Blvd New Orleans LA 70122 (504) 245-4400 |
PK-7 | 20 | 363 |
| Village De L'est Elementary School 5100 Cannes St New Orleans LA 70129 (504) 324-7450 |
PK-8 | 60 | 906 |
| Warren Easton Fundamental Sr High School 3019 Canal St New Orleans LA 70119 (504) 324-7400 |
9-12 | 54 | 943 |
| Youth Study Center School 1100 Milton St New Orleans LA 70122 (504) 658-3400 |
8-11 | 7 | 31 |