NKCS -- North Kansas City Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
According to published data more than 1000 teachers and support staff are employed at North Kansas City Schools (NKCS). The North Kansas City Schools (NKCS) district's salary figures provided in the tables below are taken from several sources as noted below each of the data tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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NKCS Teacher Salary Details
This table displays average salary and ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Kansas City and surrounding areas. 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 displays average salary and ranges for special education teachers who work for NKCS 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 and support staff 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 North Kansas City Schools (NKCS) is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Missouri | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $15,279 | $12,925 |
| Administrators | $34,397 | $29,579 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
North Kansas City Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by North Kansas City Schools (NKCS). 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 North Kansas City Schools (NKCS) per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,293 | 1,287 | 1,222 |
| Preschool Teachers | 24 | 31 | 25 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 79 | 82 | 90 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 524 | 509 | 443 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 666 | 666 | 665 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistants | 225 | 189 | 169 |
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 North Kansas City Schools (NKCS) are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,441 | 1,441 | 1,209 |
| District Administrators | 16 | 17 | 18 |
| District Support Staff | 208 | 212 | 216 |
| School Administrators | 60 | 61 | 63 |
| Student Support Staff | 63 | 34 | 51 |
| Other Support Staff | 1,163 | 1,115 | 861 |
| Librarians | 28 | 25 | 27 |
| Guidance Counselors | 47 | 42 | 46 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 21 | 18 | 20 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 26 | 24 | 26 |
North Kansas City Schools (NKCS) Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, North Kansas City Schools (NKCS) oversees 32 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:
- Kansas City Public Schools (34 Schools)
- Liberty 53 School District (21 Schools)
- Park Hill School District (17 Schools)
- Independence Public School District (30 Schools)
- Raytown Quality Schools (19 Schools)
North Kansas City Schools Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Gladstone
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antioch Middle School 2100 Ne 65th St Gladstone MO 64118 (816) 413-6200 |
6-8 | 65 | 882 |
| Chapel Hill Elementary School 3220 Ne 67th Terr Gladstone MO 64119 (816) 413-6600 |
KG-5 | 30 | 538 |
| Linden West Elementary School 7333 North Wyandotte St Gladstone MO 64118 (816) 413-4750 |
PK-5 | 30 | 550 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary School 6301 North Michigan Dr Gladstone MO 64118 (816) 413-6700 |
KG-5 | 34 | 597 |
| Oakwood Manor Elementary School 5900 North Flora Av Gladstone MO 64118 (816) 413-5250 |
KG-5 | 19 | 345 |
Teaching in Kansas City
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Prairie Elementary School 3000 Ne 108th St Kansas City MO 64156 (816) 413-4200 |
KG-5 | 33 | 546 |
| Briarcliff Elementary School 4100 Nw Briarcliff Rd Kansas City MO 64116 (816) 413-4950 |
KG-5 | 20 | 307 |
| Chouteau Elementary School 3701 North Jackson Kansas City MO 64117 (816) 413-6760 |
PK-5 | 20 | 371 |
| Clardy Elementary School 8100 North Troost Kansas City MO 64118 (816) 413-6800 |
2-5 | 26 | 455 |
| Crestview Elementary School 4327 North Holmes Kansas City MO 64116 (816) 413-4700 |
KG-5 | 34 | 540 |
| Davidson Elementary School 5100 North Highland Kansas City MO 64118 (816) 413-4850 |
PK-5 | 20 | 381 |
| Eastgate Middle School 4700 Ne Parvin Rd Kansas City MO 64117 (816) 413-5800 |
6-8 | 55 | 681 |
| Fox Hill Elementary School 545 Ne 106 St Kansas City MO 64155 (816) 413-6500 |
KG-5 | 28 | 526 |
| Gashland Elementary School 500 Ne 83rd St Kansas City MO 64118 (816) 413-6870 |
KG-1 | 13 | 250 |
| Gracemor Elementary School 5125 North Sycamore Kansas City MO 64119 (816) 413-6420 |
PK-5 | 44 | 860 |
| Lakewood Elementary School 4624 North Norton Kansas City MO 64117 (816) 413-6570 |
KG-5 | 13 | 232 |
| Maple Park Middle School 5300 North Bennington Kansas City MO 64119 (816) 413-5700 |
6-8 | 62 | 828 |
| Maplewood Elementary School 6400 Ne 52nd St Kansas City MO 64119 (816) 413-4800 |
PK-5 | 20 | 338 |
| Nashua Elementary School 221 Ne 114th St Kansas City MO 64155 (816) 413-6960 |
KG-5 | 21 | 378 |
| New Mark Middle School 515 Ne 106th St Kansas City MO 64155 (816) 413-6300 |
6-8 | 70 | 1,059 |
| North Kansas City High School 620 East 23rd Ave Kansas City MO 64116 (816) 413-5900 |
9-12 | 99 | 1,505 |
| Northgate Middle School 2117 Ne 48th St Kansas City MO 64118 (816) 413-6100 |
6-8 | 54 | 808 |
| Northview Elementary School 9201 North Indiana Kansas City MO 64156 (816) 413-6900 |
KG-5 | 39 | 771 |
| Oak Park High School 825 Ne 79th Terr Kansas City MO 64118 (816) 413-5300 |
9-12 | 85 | 1,413 |
| Ravenwood Elementary School 5020 Ne 58th St Kansas City MO 64119 (816) 413-4600 |
KG-5 | 22 | 379 |
| Staley High School 2800 Ne Shoal Creek Parkway Kansas City MO 64156 (816) 413-4100 |
9-12 | 81 | 1,443 |
| Topping Elementary School 4433 North Topping Av Kansas City MO 64117 (816) 413-6660 |
PK-5 | 23 | 364 |
| West Englewood Elementary School 1506 Nw Englewood Rd Kansas City MO 64118 (816) 413-4900 |
PK-5 | 25 | 447 |
| Winnetonka High School 5815 Ne 48th St Kansas City MO 64119 (816) 413-5500 |
9-12 | 88 | 1,325 |
| Winnwood Elementary School 4531 Ne 44th Terr Kansas City MO 64117 (816) 413-4650 |
PK-5 | 21 | 383 |
Teaching in Pleasant Valley
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Valley Early Childhood School 6800 Sobbie Rd Pleasant Valley MO 64068 (816) 413-5650 |
PK-PK | 23 | 224 |