Portland Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Portland Public Schools operates 17 schools with over 600 teachers and instructors. The tables below profile teacher and administration salaries at Portland Public Schools. The data has been taken 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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Portland Public Schools Teacher Salary Details
The table below details average salary and ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Portland-South Portland-Biddeford 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 | $38,150 | $29,860-$49,110 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $63,400 | $42,330 - $78,300 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $66,810 | $47,380 - $79,830 |
| Middle School Teacher | $63,230 | $46,180 - $78,420 |
| High School Teacher | $63,630 | $45,430 - $78,760 |
| PE Teacher | $53,510 | $28,050 - $84,870 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Portland-South Portland-Biddeford, 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 that work for Portland Public Schools and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $64,870 | $46,650 - $79,680 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Portland-South Portland-Biddeford, 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 Portland-South Portland-Biddeford area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $49,440 | $26,520-$75,500 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $100,510 | $75,650 - $121,090 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $59,650 | $40,080 - $79,970 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Portland-South Portland-Biddeford, 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 Portland Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Maine | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $19,606 | $18,315 |
| Administrators | $16,983 | $16,306 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Portland Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Portland Public Schools. 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 Portland Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 579 | 573 | 587 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 34 | 29 | 29 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 374 | 377 | 389 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 169 | 165 | 169 |
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 | 36 | 43 | 44 |
| Teaching Assistants | 316 | 197 | 185 |
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 Portland Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 354 | 354 | 355 |
| District Administrators | - | 14 | 11 |
| District Support Staff | - | 32 | 31 |
| School Administrators | 54 | 32 | 28 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | - | 43 | 44 |
| Student Support Staff | 89 | 69 | 71 |
| Other Support Staff | 272 | 162 | 169 |
| Guidance Counselors | 31 | 17 | 17 |
| Other School Counselors | 31 | 17 | 17 |
Portland Public Schools Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Portland Public Schools has 17 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:
- FALMOUTH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (3 Schools)
- WESTBROOK SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (6 Schools)
- SOUTH PORTLAND SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (8 Schools)
- CAPE ELIZABETH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (3 Schools)
- RSU 51 - MSAD 51 (4 Schools)
Portland Public Schools Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Peaks Island
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cliff Island School 4 Church St (C/O PEAKS IS SCH) Peaks Island ME 04108 (207) 766-2885 |
KG-5 | 1 | 4 |
| Peaks Island School 4 Church St Peaks Island ME 04108 (207) 766-2528 |
KG-5 | 5 | 54 |
Teaching in Portland
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deering High School 370 Stevens Ave Portland ME 04103 (207) 874-8260 |
9-12 | 66 | 921 |
| Expeditionary Learning O B High School 196 Allen Ave Portland ME 04103 (207) 874-8160 |
9-12 | 23 | 335 |
| Fred P Hall School 23 Orono Rd Portland ME 04101 (207) 874-8205 |
KG-5 | 34 | 451 |
| Harrison Lyseth Elementary School 175 Auburn St Portland ME 04103 (207) 874-8215 |
PK-5 | 40 | 519 |
| Howard C Reiche Community School 166 Brackett St Portland ME 04102 (207) 874-8175 |
KG-5 | 34 | 369 |
| King Middle School 92 Deering Ave Portland ME 04102 (207) 874-8140 |
6-8 | 49 | 528 |
| Lincoln Middle School 522 Stevens Ave Portland ME 04103 (207) 874-8145 |
6-8 | 48 | 480 |
| Longfellow School (portland) 432 Stevens Ave Portland ME 04103 (207) 874-8195 |
PK-5 | 28 | 367 |
| Lyman Moore Middle School 171 Auburn St Portland ME 04103 (207) 874-8150 |
6-8 | 44 | 497 |
| Marada Adams School 195 North St Portland ME 04101 (207) 874-8228 |
PK-5 | 38 | 417 |
| Ocean Avenue 150 Ocean Ave Portland ME 04103 (207) 874-8180 |
KG-5 | 30 | 448 |
| Portland High School 284 Cumberland Ave Portland ME 04101 (207) 874-8250 |
9-12 | 63 | 870 |
| Presumpscot School 69 Presumpscot St Portland ME 04103 (207) 874-8220 |
KG-5 | 25 | 282 |
| Riverton School 1600 Forest Ave Portland ME 04101 (207) 874-8210 |
PK-5 | 42 | 454 |