TUSD -- Tucson Unified School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
TUSD has an estimated 50,000 students and 3,000 teachers and instructors. The TUSD teacher and administration salary figures presented in the following tables are gathered from several government and organizational agencies as listed under each table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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TUSD Teacher Salary Details
This table displays average salary and ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Tucson 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 | $32,770 | $27,250-$45,050 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $46,370 | $37,510 - $56,030 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $46,300 | $38,730 - $57,910 |
| Middle School Teacher | $45,970 | $38,300 - $55,540 |
| High School Teacher | $49,590 | $38,940 - $61,160 |
| PE Teacher | $61,360 | $28,970 - $95,370 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Tucson, 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 average salary and ranges for special education teachers that work for TUSD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $32,770 | $27,250-$45,050 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $48,450 | $38,370 - $61,390 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Tucson, 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 Tucson area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $46,000 | $34,310-$58,030 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $79,110 | $53,580 - $103,130 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $49,350 | $38,510 - $63,490 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Tucson, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Tucson Unified School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by TUSD. 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 TUSD per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 2,875 | 2,698 | 2,594 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 168 | 184 | 171 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 1,907 | 1,566 | 1,527 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 799 | 948 | 894 |
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 | 726 | 749 | 668 |
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 TUSD are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 2,496 | 2,496 | 1,913 |
| District Administrators | 6 | 58 | 77 |
| District Support Staff | 44 | 273 | 262 |
| Student Support Staff | 347 | 876 | 708 |
| Other Support Staff | 949 | 948 | 884 |
| Librarians | 18 | 35 | 13 |
| Guidance Counselors | 42 | 93 | 48 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 18 | 46 | 28 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 24 | 46 | 20 |
TUSD Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, TUSD has 118 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:
- Flowing Wells Unified District (11 Schools)
- Catalina Foothills Unified District (8 Schools)
- Amphitheater Public Schools (22 Schools)
- Sunnyside Unified School District (23 Schools)
- Tanque Verde Unified District (4 Schools)
Tucson Unified School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alice Vail Middle School 5350 East 16th St Tucson AZ 85711 (520) 584-5400 |
6-8 | 33 | 672 |
| Anna Henry Elementary School 650 North Igo Way Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 731-4700 |
PK-5 | 18 | 396 |
| Anna Lawrence Intermediate School 4850 West Jeffrey Rd Tucson AZ 85757 (520) 225-6060 |
3-8 | 20 | 408 |
| Annie Kellond Elementary School 6606 East Lehigh Dr Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 29 | 577 |
| Blenman Elementary School 1695 North Country Club Tucson AZ 85716 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 20 | 481 |
| Bloom Elementary School 8310 East Pima Tucson AZ 85715 (520) 731-3700 |
PK-6 | 24 | 394 |
| Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School 4757 East Winsett St Tucson AZ 85711 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 23 | 436 |
| Booth-Fickett Math / Science Magnet School 450 South Montego Dr Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-8 | 66 | 1,281 |
| Borman Elementary School 6630 Lightning Dr Tucson AZ 85708 (520) 584-4600 |
PK-5 | 23 | 480 |
| Borton Primary Magnet School 700 East 22nd St Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 24 | 416 |
| C E Rose Elementary School 710 West Michigan Dr Tucson AZ 85714 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-8 | 32 | 730 |
| Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School 440 South Main Ave Tucson AZ 85701 (520) 225-1200 |
PK-5 | 18 | 307 |
| Catalina High Magnet School 3645 East Pima Tucson AZ 85716 (520) 225-6060 |
9-12 | 61 | 1,008 |
| Cavett Elementary School 2120 East Naco Vista Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-1300 |
PK-5 | 28 | 288 |
| Cholla High Magnet School 2001 West Starr Pass Blvd Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-6060 |
9-12 | 79 | 1,665 |
| Collier Elementary School 3900 North Bear Canyon Rd Tucson AZ 85749 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 11 | 214 |
| Cragin Elementary School 2945 North Tucson Blvd Tucson AZ 85716 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 24 | 338 |
| Davidson Elementary School 3950 Paradise Falls Dr Tucson AZ 85712 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 17 | 322 |
| Davis Bilingual Magnet School 500 West St Mary's Rd Tucson AZ 85701 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 17 | 346 |
| Dietz Elementary School 7575 East Palma St Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 731-4000 |
PK-8 | 23 | 419 |
| Doolen Middle School 2400 North Country Club Rd Tucson AZ 85716 (520) 225-6060 |
6-8 | 42 | 792 |
| Drachman Primary Magnet School 1085 South Tenth Ave Tucson AZ 85701 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-6 | 21 | 302 |
| Dunham Elementary School 9850 East 29th St Tucson AZ 85748 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 10 | 208 |
| Ford Elementary School 8001 East Stella Rd Tucson AZ 85730 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-6 | 19 | 404 |
| Frances J Warren Elementary School 3505 West Milton Rd Tucson AZ 85746 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 16 | 249 |
| Fruchthendler Elementary School 7470 East Cloud Rd Tucson AZ 85750 (520) 731-4400 |
PK-5 | 19 | 379 |
| Gale Elementary School 678 South Gollob Rd Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 731-4500 |
PK-5 | 20 | 414 |
| Gridley Middle School 350 South Harrison Tucson AZ 85748 (520) 225-6060 |
6-8 | 36 | 730 |
| Harold Steele Elementary School 700 South Sarnoff Dr Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 731-6800 |
PK-5 | 22 | 344 |
| Harriet Johnson Primary School 6060 South Joseph Ave Tucson AZ 85757 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-2 | 21 | 335 |
| Henry Hank Oyama School 2700 South La Cholla Blvd Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 21 | 421 |
| Holladay Intermediate Magnet School 1110 East 33rd St Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 15 | 259 |
| Hollinger Elementary School 150 West Ajo Way Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-8 | 21 | 529 |
| Howell Peter Elementary School 401 North Irving Tucson AZ 85711 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 19 | 340 |
| Hudlow Elementary School 502 North Caribe Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 18 | 290 |
| Ida Flood Dodge Traditional Middle Magnet School 5831 East Pima St Tucson AZ 85712 (520) 731-4100 |
6-8 | 23 | 419 |
| Irene Erickson Elementary School 6750 East Stella Rd Tucson AZ 85730 (520) 584-5000 |
PK-5 | 29 | 585 |
| John E White Elementary School 2315 West Canada St Tucson AZ 85746 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 32 | 710 |
| John E Wright Elementary School 4311 East Linden Tucson AZ 85712 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 21 | 387 |
| Laura N. Banks Elementary School 3200 S.lead Flower Tucson AZ 85735 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 20 | 366 |
| Lineweaver Elementary School 461 South Bryant Tucson AZ 85711 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 30 | 556 |
| Lynn Urquides School 1573 West Ajo Way Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 32 | 600 |
| Magee Middle School 8300 East Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 225-6060 |
6-8 | 33 | 649 |
| Maldonado Amelia Elementary School 3535 West Messala Way Tucson AZ 85746 (520) 908-4100 |
PK-5 | 20 | 391 |
| Mansfeld Middle School 1300 East 6th St Tucson AZ 85719 (520) 225-6060 |
6-8 | 46 | 802 |
| Manzo Elementary School 855 N.melrose Tucson AZ 85745 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 20 | 287 |
| Marshall Elementary School 9066 East 29th St Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 731-4900 |
PK-5 | 19 | 347 |
| Mary Meredith K-12 School 755 North Magnolia Ave Tucson AZ 85711 (520) 225-6060 |
KG-12 | 9 | 57 |
| Mccorkle Pk-8 4455 South Mission Rd Tucson AZ 85746 (520) 877-2000 |
PK-8 | 39 | 825 |
| Miles-Exploratory Learning Center School 1400 East Broadway Tucson AZ 85719 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-8 | 25 | 319 |
| Miller Elementary School 6951 South Camino De La Tierra Tucson AZ 85746 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 30 | 605 |
| Mission View Elementary School 2600 South 8th Ave Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 14 | 253 |
| Myers-Ganoung Elementary School 5000 East Andrew St Tucson AZ 85711 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 22 | 413 |
| Naylor Middle School 1701 South Columbus Blvd Tucson AZ 85711 (520) 584-6000 |
KG-8 | 33 | 595 |
| Ochoa Elementary School 101 West 25th St Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 10 | 207 |
| Palo Verde High Magnet School 1302 South Avenida Vega Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 225-6060 |
9-12 | 58 | 946 |
| Pistor Middle School 5455 South Cardinal Tucson AZ 85746 (520) 225-6060 |
6-8 | 44 | 956 |
| Project More High School 440 South Park Tucson AZ 85719 (520) 225-6060 |
9-12 | 6 | 74 |
| Pueblo Gardens Elementary School 2210 East 33rd St Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-8 | 24 | 420 |
| Pueblo High Magnet School 3500 South 12th Ave Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-4300 |
9-12 | 87 | 1,499 |
| Raul Grijalva Elementary School 1795 West Drexel Rd Tucson AZ 85746 (520) 908-3600 |
PK-5 | 32 | 709 |
| Rincon High School 421 Arcadia Tucson AZ 85711 (520) 225-6060 |
9-12 | 46 | 1,097 |
| Robins Elementary School 3939 North Magnetite Ln Tucson AZ 85745 (520) 908-4300 |
PK-8 | 27 | 577 |
| Robison Elementary School 2745 East 18th St Tucson AZ 85716 (520) 232-7800 |
PK-5 | 18 | 362 |
| Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle School 501 East 6th St Tucson AZ 85705 (520) 225-2900 |
PK-8 | 39 | 688 |
| Sabino High School 5000 North Bowes Rd Tucson AZ 85749 (520) 225-6060 |
9-12 | 43 | 1,053 |
| Safford Engineering / Technology Magnet Middle School 200 East 13th St Tucson AZ 85701 (520) 225-6060 |
KG-8 | 56 | 870 |
| Sahuaro High School 545 North Camino Seco Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 225-6060 |
9-12 | 73 | 1,820 |
| Sam Hughes Elementary School 700 North Wilson Tucson AZ 85719 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 16 | 350 |
| Santa Rita High School 3951 South Pantano Rd Tucson AZ 85730 (520) 225-6060 |
8-12 | 42 | 915 |
| Secrist Middle School 3400 South Houghton Rd Tucson AZ 85730 (520) 225-6060 |
6-8 | 37 | 632 |
| Soleng Tom Elementary School 11141 East Camino Quince Tucson AZ 85748 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 20 | 464 |
| Teenage Parent Program - Tapp School 102 North Plumer Tucson AZ 85719 (520) 225-6060 |
6-12 | 8 | 58 |
| Tolson Elementary School 1000 South Greasewood Tucson AZ 85745 (520) 225-3300 |
PK-5 | 20 | 368 |
| Tucson Magnet High School 400 North Second Ave Tucson AZ 85705 (520) 225-6060 |
9-12 | 154 | 3,201 |
| Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School 1701 West El Rio Dr Tucson AZ 85745 (520) 225-6060 |
PK-5 | 24 | 409 |
| Tusd - Distance Learning Program School 440 South Park Ave Tucson AZ 85719 (520) 225-2641 |
6-12 | 2 | 88 |
| University High School 421 North Arcadia Blvd Tucson AZ 85711 (520) 225-6060 |
9-12 | 41 | 1,009 |
| Utterback Middle School 3233 South Pinal Vista Tucson AZ 85713 (520) 225-3500 |
6-8 | 41 | 693 |
| Valencia Middle School 4400 West Irvington Rd Tucson AZ 85746 (520) 908-4500 |
6-8 | 50 | 971 |
| Van Buskirk Elementary School 725 East Fair St Tucson AZ 85714 (520) 225-3700 |
PK-5 | 22 | 370 |
| Vesey Elementary School 5005 South Butts Rd Tucson AZ 85757 (520) 908-4600 |
PK-5 | 31 | 608 |
| W Arthur Sewel Elementary School 425 North Sahuara Ave Tucson AZ 85711 (520) 584-7200 |
PK-5 | 18 | 310 |
| W V Whitmore Elementary School 5330 East Glenn St Tucson AZ 85712 (520) 232-8000 |
PK-5 | 26 | 360 |
| Wheeler Elementary School 1818 Avenida Del Sol Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 584-5500 |
PK-5 | 27 | 469 |