WCPS -- Washington County Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) operates 46 schools with over 1,000 educators. The tables below detail faculty and teacher salaries at Washington County Public Schools (WCPS). The data is obtained 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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WCPS Teacher Salary Details
The following table details average salary and ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Hagerstown-Martinsburg 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 | $40,080 | $25,040-$75,290 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $65,720 | $43,930 - $100,610 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,490 | $44,750 - $92,670 |
| Middle School Teacher | $59,060 | $40,890 - $77,920 |
| High School Teacher | $63,060 | $44,610 - $85,680 |
| PE Teacher | $50,040 | $28,970 - $79,930 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Hagerstown-Martinsburg, 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 WCPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $55,670 | $35,540 - $73,600 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Hagerstown-Martinsburg, 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 Hagerstown-Martinsburg area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $43,730 | $29,990-$68,930 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,140 | $58,290 - $125,510 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $62,580 | $36,210 - $90,790 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Hagerstown-Martinsburg, 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 Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Maryland | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $27,766 | $29,417 |
| Administrators | $28,416 | $26,436 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Washington County Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Washington County Public Schools (WCPS). 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 Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,531 | 1,514 | 1,519 |
| Preschool Teachers | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 85 | 86 | 93 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 817 | 796 | 804 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 614 | 615 | 606 |
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 | 105 | 92 | 101 |
| Teaching Assistants | 300 | 293 | 294 |
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 Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 914 | 914 | 929 |
| District Administrators | 76 | 69 | 73 |
| District Support Staff | 70 | 70 | 65 |
| School Administrators | 96 | 95 | 92 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 98 | 102 | 109 |
| Student Support Staff | 67 | 65 | 66 |
| Other Support Staff | 526 | 514 | 523 |
| Librarians | 42 | 39 | 39 |
| Guidance Counselors | 56 | 55 | 54 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 27 | 26 | 26 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 29 | 30 | 29 |
Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) Schools
We have listed the 46 schools and their contact information, which is operated by Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) 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:
- Frederick County Public Schools (67 Schools)
- Carroll County Public Schools (47 Schools)
- Montgomery County Public Schools (207 Schools)
- Howard County Public School System (75 Schools)
- Allegany County Public Schools (22 Schools)
Washington County Public Schools Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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- Boonsboro (4)
- Cascade (1)
- Clear Spring (3)
- Hagerstown (25)
- Hancock (2)
- Knoxville (1)
- Maugansville (1)
- Sharpsburg (1)
- Smithsburg (3)
- Williamsport (4)
Teaching in Boonsboro
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boonsboro Elementary School 5 Campus Ave Boonsboro MD 21713 (301) 766-8013 |
KG-5 | 33 | 556 |
| Boonsboro Middle School 1 Jh Wade Dr Boonsboro MD 21713 (301) 766-8038 |
6-8 | 46 | 754 |
| Boonsboro Sr High School 10 Campus Ave Boonsboro MD 21713 (301) 766-8022 |
9-12 | 58 | 883 |
| Greenbrier Elementary School 21222 San Mar Rd Boonsboro MD 21713 (301) 766-8170 |
KG-5 | 15 | 197 |
Teaching in Cascade
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade School 14519 Pennersville Rd Cascade MD 21719 (301) 766-8066 |
KG-5 | 13 | 194 |
Teaching in Clear Spring
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Spring Elementary School 12627 Broadfording Rd Clear Spring MD 21722 (301) 766-8074 |
PK-5 | 25 | 387 |
| Clear Spring High School 12630 Broadfording Rd Clear Spring MD 21722 (301) 766-8082 |
9-12 | 32 | 501 |
| Clear Spring Middle School 12628 Broadfording Rd Clear Spring MD 21722 (301) 766-8094 |
6-8 | 27 | 412 |
Teaching in Hagerstown
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbara Ingram School for the Arts 711 South Potomac St Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8840 |
9-12 | 22 | 247 |
| Bester Elementary School 30 East Memorial Blvd Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8001 |
PK-5 | 36 | 485 |
| Conococheague Elementary School 12408 Learning Ln Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8102 |
KG-5 | 11 | 176 |
| E. Russell Hicks School 1321 South Potomac St Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8110 |
6-8 | 53 | 764 |
| Eastern Elementary School 1320 Yale Dr Hagerstown MD 21742 (301) 766-8122 |
3-5 | 34 | 483 |
| Emma K. Doub Elementary School 1221 South Potomac St Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8130 |
1-5 | 21 | 304 |
| Fountain Rock Elementary School 17145 Lappans Rd Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8146 |
KG-5 | 14 | 188 |
| Fountaindale Elementary School 901 Northern Ave Hagerstown MD 21742 (301) 766-8156 |
KG-5 | 26 | 351 |
| Funkstown Elementary School 23 Funkstown Rd Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8162 |
PK-KG | 9 | 138 |
| Lincolnshire Elementary School 17545 Lincolnshire Rd Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8206 |
PK-5 | 36 | 603 |
| Marshall Street School 1350 Marshall St Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8214 |
KG-12 | 13 | 44 |
| North Hagerstown High School 1200 Pennsylvania Ave Hagerstown MD 21742 (301) 766-8238 |
9-12 | 76 | 1,312 |
| Northern Middle School 701 Northern Ave Hagerstown MD 21742 (301) 766-8258 |
6-8 | 48 | 792 |
| Old Forge Elementary School 21615 Old Forge Rd Hagerstown MD 21742 (301) 766-8273 |
KG-5 | 20 | 312 |
| Pangborn Elementary School 195 Pangborn Blvd Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8282 |
KG-5 | 53 | 745 |
| Paramount Elementary School 19410 Longmeadow Rd Hagerstown MD 21742 (301) 766-8289 |
KG-5 | 24 | 383 |
| Potomac Heights Elementary School 301 East Magnolia Ave Hagerstown MD 21742 (301) 766-8305 |
KG-5 | 19 | 214 |
| Rockland Woods Elementary School 18201 Rockland Dr Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8485 |
PK-5 | 41 | 623 |
| Ruth Ann Monroe Primary 1311 Yale Dr Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8668 |
PK-2 | 45 | 714 |
| Salem Avenue Elementary School 1323 Salem Ave Ext Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8313 |
PK-5 | 45 | 664 |
| South Hagerstown Sr High School 1101 South Potomac St Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8369 |
9-12 | 83 | 1,292 |
| Washington County Job Development Center School 1350 Marshall St Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8214 |
10-12 | 7 | 29 |
| Washington County Technical High School 50 West Oak Ridge Dr Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8050 |
11-12 | 37 | 520 |
| Western Heights Middle School 1300 Marshall St Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8403 |
6-8 | 51 | 737 |
| Winter Street Elementary School 59 Winter St Hagerstown MD 21740 (301) 766-8439 |
PK-5 | 21 | 310 |
Teaching in Hancock
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hancock Elementary School 290 West Main St Hancock MD 21750 (301) 766-8178 |
PK-5 | 18 | 257 |
| Hancock Middle High School 289 West Main St Hancock MD 21750 (301) 766-8186 |
6-12 | 27 | 268 |
Teaching in Knoxville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Valley Elementary School 1707 Rohrersville Rd Knoxville MD 21758 (301) 766-8297 |
KG-5 | 16 | 232 |
Teaching in Maugansville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maugansville Elementary School 18023 Maugans Ave Maugansville MD 21767 (301) 766-8230 |
KG-5 | 40 | 645 |
Teaching in Sharpsburg
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpsburg Elementary School 17525 Shepherdstown Pk Sharpsburg MD 21782 (301) 766-8321 |
PK-5 | 20 | 296 |
Teaching in Smithsburg
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smithsburg Elementary School 67 North Main St Smithsburg MD 21783 (301) 766-8329 |
PK-5 | 25 | 395 |
| Smithsburg Middle School 68 North Main St Smithsburg MD 21783 (301) 766-8353 |
6-8 | 40 | 639 |
| Smithsburg Sr. High School 66 North Main St Smithsburg MD 21783 (301) 766-8337 |
9-12 | 47 | 799 |
Teaching in Williamsport
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Elementary School 11101 Hickory School Rd Williamsport MD 21795 (301) 766-8198 |
PK-5 | 17 | 244 |
| Springfield Middle School 334 Sunset Ave Williamsport MD 21795 (301) 766-8389 |
6-8 | 51 | 865 |
| Williamsport Elementary School 1 South Clifton Dr Williamsport MD 21795 (301) 766-8415 |
KG-5 | 36 | 622 |
| Williamsport High School 5 South Clifton Dr Williamsport MD 21795 (301) 766-8423 |
9-12 | 56 | 919 |