Peoria Unified School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Peoria Unified School District has over thirty nine thousand students and 2,000 teachers and support staff. The tables below display teacher and administration salaries at Peoria Unified School District. The data is taken from multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Peoria Unified School District Teacher Salary Details
The following table displays salary ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale 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 | $34,370 | $28,350-$47,940 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $53,910 | $41,560 - $65,770 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $53,090 | $38,750 - $65,310 |
| Middle School Teacher | $54,670 | $39,710 - $76,660 |
| High School Teacher | $62,540 | $47,150 - $82,860 |
| PE Teacher | $68,530 | $35,440 - $101,380 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale, 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 salary ranges for special education teachers that work for Peoria Unified School District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $57,350 | $45,580 - $78,190 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale, 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 Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $49,970 | $30,790-$83,390 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $87,330 | $61,800 - $107,030 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $56,010 | $40,380 - $76,610 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale, 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 Peoria Unified School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Arizona | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $12,020 | $12,108 |
| Administrators | $11,720 | $11,880 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Peoria Unified School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Peoria Unified 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 Peoria Unified School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 2,308 | 1,850 | 1,854 |
| Preschool Teachers | 22 | 15 | 18 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 105 | 88 | 86 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 1,482 | 1,167 | 1,187 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 701 | 580 | 564 |
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 | 517 | 375 | 392 |
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 Peoria Unified School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,197 | 1,197 | 1,225 |
| District Administrators | 9 | 17 | 17 |
| District Support Staff | 55 | 142 | 120 |
| School Administrators | 118 | 86 | 93 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 255 | 139 | 112 |
| Student Support Staff | 445 | 478 | 493 |
| Other Support Staff | 393 | 336 | 390 |
Peoria Unified School District Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Peoria Unified School District has 41 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:
- Washington Elementary School District (32 Schools)
- Glendale Union High School District (17 Schools)
- Glendale Union High School District (10 Schools)
- Deer Valley Unified School District (38 Schools)
- Alhambra Elementary School District (15 Schools)
Peoria Unified School District Map & Boundaries
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Teaching in Glendale
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cactus High School 6330 West Greenway Glendale AZ 85306 (623) 412-5000 |
9-12 | 62 | 1,379 |
| Canyon Elementary School 5490 West Paradise Ln Glendale AZ 85306 (623) 412-5050 |
PK-8 | 90 | 395 |
| Copperwood School 11232 North 65th Ave Glendale AZ 85304 (623) 412-4650 |
KG-8 | 46 | 911 |
| Desert Palms Elementary School 11441 North 55th Ave Glendale AZ 85304 (623) 412-4600 |
PK-8 | 34 | 595 |
| Desert Valley Elementary School 12901 North 63rd Ave Glendale AZ 85304 (623) 412-4750 |
KG-8 | 33 | 585 |
| Foothills Elementary School 15808 North 63rd Ave Glendale AZ 85306 (623) 486-6000 |
PK-8 | 35 | 637 |
| Heritage School 5312 West Mountain View Glendale AZ 85302 (623) 412-4525 |
KG-8 | 36 | 685 |
| Ironwood High School 6051 West Sweetwater Ave Glendale AZ 85304 (623) 486-6400 |
9-12 | 96 | 1,988 |
| Kachina School 5304 West Crocus Dr Glendale AZ 85306 (623) 412-4500 |
KG-8 | 30 | 456 |
| Marshall Ranch Elementary School 12995 North Marshall Ranch Dr Glendale AZ 85304 (623) 486-6450 |
PK-8 | 37 | 721 |
| Pioneer School 6315 West Port Au Prince Glendale AZ 85306 (623) 486-6000 |
PK-8 | 30 | 437 |
| Raymond S. Kellis School 8990 West Orangewood Glendale AZ 85305 (623) 486-6000 |
9-12 | 81 | 1,833 |
| Sahuaro Ranch School 10401 North 63rd Ave Glendale AZ 85302 (623) 412-4775 |
KG-8 | 34 | 603 |
Teaching in Peoria
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Loma School 9750 North 87th Ave Peoria AZ 85345 (623) 412-4575 |
PK-8 | 43 | 822 |
| Apache Elementary School 8633 West John Cabot Rd Peoria AZ 85382 (623) 412-4875 |
PK-8 | 43 | 798 |
| Centennial High School 14388 North 79th Av Peoria AZ 85381 (623) 412-4400 |
9-12 | 86 | 2,091 |
| Cheyenne Elementary School 11806 North 87th Ave Peoria AZ 85345 (623) 487-5100 |
PK-8 | 39 | 766 |
| Cotton Boll School 8540 West Butler Dr Peoria AZ 85345 (623) 412-4700 |
PK-8 | 45 | 925 |
| Country Meadows Elementary School 8409 North 111th Ave Peoria AZ 85345 (623) 412-5200 |
PK-8 | 53 | 1,102 |
| Coyote Hills Elementary School 21180 North 87th Ave Peoria AZ 85382 (623) 412-5225 |
KG-8 | 50 | 1,118 |
| Desert Harbor Elementary School 15585 North 91st Ave Peoria AZ 85382 (623) 486-6200 |
PK-8 | 42 | 782 |
| Frontier Elementary School 21258 North 81st Ave Peoria AZ 85382 (623) 412-4900 |
PK-8 | 46 | 1,023 |
| Ira a Murphy School 7231 West North Ln Peoria AZ 85345 (623) 412-4475 |
PK-8 | 33 | 564 |
| Lake Pleasant Elementary School 31501 North Westland Rd Peoria AZ 85383 (623) 773-6575 |
PK-8 | 38 | 791 |
| Liberty High School 9621 West Speckled Gecko Dr Peoria AZ 85383 (623) 773-6525 |
9-12 | 88 | 2,087 |
| Oakwood Elementary School 12900 North 71st Ave Peoria AZ 85381 (623) 412-4725 |
KG-8 | 41 | 916 |
| Oasis Elementary School 7841 West Sweetwater Peoria AZ 85381 (623) 486-6000 |
PK-8 | 40 | 826 |
| Parkridge Elementary School 9970 West Beardsley Rd Peoria AZ 85382 (623) 486-6000 |
PK-8 | 47 | 1,065 |
| Paseo Verde Elementary School 7880 West Greenway Rd Peoria AZ 85381 (623) 412-5075 |
PK-8 | 41 | 798 |
| Peoria Elementary School 11501 North 79th Ave Peoria AZ 85345 (623) 412-4450 |
PK-8 | 37 | 644 |
| Peoria High School 11200 North 83rd Ave Peoria AZ 85345 (623) 486-6300 |
9-12 | 74 | 1,614 |
| Peoria Transition Center School 7565 West Peoria Ave Peoria AZ 85381 (623) 486-6000 |
8-12 | 6 | 92 |
| Santa Fe Elementary School 9880 North 77th Ave Peoria AZ 85345 (623) 486-6000 |
PK-8 | 35 | 762 |
| Sky View Elementary School 8624 West Sweetwater Ave Peoria AZ 85381 (623) 412-4850 |
PK-8 | 37 | 578 |
| Sun Valley School 8361 North 95th Ave Peoria AZ 85345 (623) 412-4825 |
PK-8 | 44 | 929 |
| Sundance Elementary School 7051 West Cholla St Peoria AZ 85345 (623) 412-4675 |
PK-8 | 38 | 731 |
| Sunrise Mountain High School 21200 North 83rd Ave Peoria AZ 85382 (623) 487-5125 |
9-12 | 70 | 1,574 |
| Vistancia Elementary School 30009 North Sunrise Point Peoria AZ 85383 (623) 773-6500 |
PK-8 | 45 | 962 |
Teaching in Sun City
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zuni Hills Elementary School 10851 West Williams Rd Sun City AZ 85373 (623) 486-6000 |
PK-8 | 53 | 734 |