PPS -- Portsmouth Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
According to published data more than 1,000 teachers and support staff are employed at Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS). The tables below display school administration and teacher salaries at Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS). The data is taken from a number of sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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PPS Teacher Salary Details
This table lists the average salary for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | $64,610 | $44,310 - $100,130 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,870 | $49,380 - $98,780 |
| Middle School Teacher | $66,730 | $49,450 - $98,140 |
| High School Teacher | $66,520 | $49,210 - $99,900 |
| PE Teacher | $45,890 | $25,700 - $68,600 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, 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 lists the average salary for special education teachers that work for PPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $69,880 | $49,270 - $100,030 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, 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 Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $58,930 | $35,520-$80,960 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,850 | $70,180 - $127,550 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $63,730 | $41,040 - $79,710 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, 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 Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS) is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $22,576 | $15,882 |
| Administrators | $16,474 | $15,095 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Portsmouth Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS). 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 Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS) per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 960 | 952 | 989 |
| Preschool Teachers | 26 | 25 | 48 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 55 | 55 | 59 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 392 | 386 | 386 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 488 | 486 | 497 |
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 | 38 | 38 | 42 |
| Teaching Assistants | 216 | 216 | 208 |
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 Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS) are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 771 | 771 | 771 |
| District Administrators | 13 | 12 | 11 |
| District Support Staff | 64 | 76 | 71 |
| School Administrators | 51 | 50 | 50 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 64 | 64 | 64 |
| Student Support Staff | 76 | 73 | 77 |
| Other Support Staff | 491 | 496 | 498 |
| Librarians | 23 | 22 | 20 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 22 | 20 |
| Guidance Counselors | 32 | 30 | 30 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 13 | 12 | 12 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 19 | 18 | 18 |
Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS) Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS) operates 25 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed below. To view additional information about each school click on the school link.
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- Chesapeake Public Schools (47 Schools)
- Hampton City Public Schools District (31 Schools)
- Virginia Beach City Public Schools (86 Schools)
- Suffolk Public Schools (20 Schools)
Portsmouth Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Elementary School 1100 Portsmouth Blvd Portsmouth VA 23704 (757) 393-8870 |
KG-6 | 33 | 549 |
| Churchland Academy Elementary 4061 River Shore Rd Portsmouth VA 23703 (757) 686-2527 |
KG-6 | 36 | 704 |
| Churchland Elementary School 5601 Michael Ln Portsmouth VA 23703 (757) 686-2523 |
KG-6 | 45 | 836 |
| Churchland High School 4301 Cedar Ln Portsmouth VA 23703 (757) 686-2500 |
9-12 | 92 | 1,392 |
| Churchland Middle School 4051 River Shore Rd Portsmouth VA 23703 (757) 686-2512 |
7-8 | 58 | 912 |
| Churchland Preschool Ctr 4061 River Shore Rd Portsmouth VA 23703 (757) 686-2533 |
PK-PK | 11 | 178 |
| Churchland Primary & Intermediate School 5700 Hedgerow Ln Portsmouth VA 23703 (757) 686-2519 |
KG-6 | 31 | 571 |
| Cradock Middle School 21 Alden Ave Portsmouth VA 23702 (757) 393-8788 |
7-8 | 42 | 580 |
| Douglass Park Elementary School 34 Grand St Portsmouth VA 23701 (757) 393-8646 |
KG-6 | 39 | 723 |
| Emily Spong Preschool Center School 2200 Piedmont Ave Portsmouth VA 23704 (757) 393-5247 |
PK-PK | 9 | 124 |
| Hodges Manor Elementary School 1201 Cherokee Rd Portsmouth VA 23701 (757) 465-2921 |
KG-6 | 31 | 549 |
| I. C. Norcom High School 1801 London Blvd Portsmouth VA 23704 (757) 393-5442 |
9-12 | 82 | 1,157 |
| James Hurst Elementary School 18 Dahlgren Ave Portsmouth VA 23702 (757) 558-2811 |
KG-6 | 36 | 703 |
| John Tyler Elementary School 3649 Hartford St Portsmouth VA 23707 (757) 393-8879 |
KG-6 | 38 | 732 |
| Lakeview Elementary School 1300 Horne Ave Portsmouth VA 23701 (757) 465-2901 |
KG-6 | 33 | 513 |
| Mount Herman Preschool Center School 3000 North St Portsmouth VA 23707 (757) 393-8825 |
PK-PK | 14 | 217 |
| Olive Branch Elementary School 4841 Clifford St Portsmouth VA 23701 (757) 465-2917 |
KG-6 | 43 | 731 |
| Olive Branch Preschool Ctr 415 Mimosa Rd Portsmouth VA 23701 (757) 465-2926 |
PK-PK | 14 | 179 |
| Park View Elementary School 260 Elm Ave Portsmouth VA 23704 (757) 393-8647 |
KG-6 | 36 | 624 |
| Victory Elementary School 2828 Greenwood Dr Portsmouth VA 23701 (757) 393-8806 |
KG-6 | 33 | 530 |
| Westhaven Elementary School 3701 Clifford St Portsmouth VA 23707 (757) 393-8855 |
KG-6 | 33 | 521 |
| Wm. E. Waters Middle School 600 Roosevelt Blvd Portsmouth VA 23701 (757) 558-2813 |
7-8 | 42 | 595 |
| Woodrow Wilson High School 1401 Elmhurst Ln Portsmouth VA 23701 (757) 465-2907 |
9-12 | 82 | 1,350 |