Sparta Area Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Sparta Area Schools District operates 5 schools with over 100 teachers and support staff. The Sparta Area Schools District school administration and teacher salary figures displayed in the data tables below are gathered from several government and organizational agencies as noted below the data tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Sparta Area Schools District Teacher Salary Details
This table displays salary ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming region. 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 | $34,890 | $24,840-$47,640 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $58,240 | $39,820 - $76,350 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,500 | $41,560 - $87,530 |
| Middle School Teacher | $61,890 | $37,770 - $88,670 |
| High School Teacher | $65,210 | $38,090 - $92,060 |
| PE Teacher | $50,460 | $22,560 - $87,250 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Grand Rapids-Wyoming, 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 salary ranges for special education teachers who work for Sparta Area Schools District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $62,890 | $41,560 - $80,960 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Grand Rapids-Wyoming, 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, including counselors and librarians for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $47,360 | $31,770-$65,440 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,490 | $61,310 - $127,100 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $55,450 | $38,020 - $76,840 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Grand Rapids-Wyoming, 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 Sparta Area Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $31,653 | $27,290 |
| Administrators | $19,097 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Sparta Area Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Sparta Area Schools 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 Sparta Area Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 146 | 136 | 124 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 46 | 45 | 41 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 66 | 61 | 54 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 26 | 21 | 18 |
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 | 34 | 22 | 21 |
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 Sparta Area Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 120 | 120 | 103 |
| School Administrators | 9 | 14 | 16 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 20 | 16 | 17 |
| Student Support Staff | 16 | 10 | 23 |
| Other Support Staff | 57 | 74 | 42 |
Sparta Area Schools District Schools
We have listed the 5 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by Sparta Area Schools District in the list 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:
- Kent City Community Schools District (4 Schools)
- Rockford Public Schools (Michigan) (14 Schools)
- Comstock Park Public Schools District (4 Schools)
- Kenowa Hills Public Schools District (6 Schools)
- Northview Public School District (7 Schools)
Sparta Area Schools District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appleview Elementary School 240 East Spartan Dr Sparta MI 49345 (616) 887-1743 |
3-5 | 26 | 541 |
| Ridgeview Elementary School 560 West Spartan Dr Sparta MI 49345 (616) 887-8218 |
PK-2 | 33 | 614 |
| Sparta High School 475 West Spartan Dr Sparta MI 49345 (616) 887-8213 |
9-12 | 38 | 870 |
| Sparta Middle School 480 South State St Sparta MI 49345 (616) 887-8211 |
6-8 | 27 | 590 |