SPS -- Stamford Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
SPS has more than 20,000 students and 1,000 teachers and instructors. The tables below provide teacher salaries at SPS. The data is sourced 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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SPS Teacher Salary Details
This table displays average salary ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk local 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 | $40,500 | $29,780-$50,180 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $93,590 | $59,930 - $141,940 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $90,020 | $49,410 - $133,420 |
| Middle School Teacher | $90,750 | $51,080 - $128,730 |
| High School Teacher | $87,710 | $49,520 - $131,040 |
| PE Teacher | $61,780 | $31,200 - $106,480 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk, 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 ranges for special education teachers that work for SPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $40,500 | $29,780-$50,180 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $87,090 | $50,350 - $113,120 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk, 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 Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $66,440 | $39,030-$103,910 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $150,250 | $85,340 - $201,790 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $77,610 | $44,030 - $111,300 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Stamford Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by SPS. 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 SPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,223 | 1,240 | 1,242 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 80 | 75 | 75 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 773 | 798 | 797 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 333 | 330 | 337 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 29 | 31 | 29 |
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 | 114 | 109 | 98 |
| Teaching Assistants | 306 | 280 | 319 |
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 SPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 425 | 425 | 340 |
| District Administrators | 25 | 29 | 39 |
| District Support Staff | 48 | 44 | 27 |
| Student Support Staff | 23 | 21 | 22 |
| Other Support Staff | 333 | 256 | 270 |
| Librarians | 22 | 21 | 22 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 20 | 21 |
| Guidance Counselors | 30 | 29 | 30 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 20 | 19 | 20 |
SPS Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, SPS has 21 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:
- Darien Public Schools (7 Schools)
- Greenwich Public Schools (15 Schools)
- New Canaan School District (5 Schools)
- Norwalk School District (19 Schools)
- Westport School District (9 Schools)
Stamford Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloonan School 11 West North St Stamford CT 06902 (203) 977-4544 |
6-8 | 53 | 622 |
| Davenport Ridge School 1300 Newfield Ave Stamford CT 06905 (203) 977-4291 |
KG-5 | 50 | 552 |
| Dolan School 51 Toms Rd Stamford CT 06906 (203) 977-4441 |
6-8 | 48 | 573 |
| Hart School 61 Adams Ave Stamford CT 06902 (203) 977-5082 |
KG-5 | 43 | 602 |
| Julia A. Stark School 398 Glenbrook Rd Stamford CT 06906 (203) 977-4583 |
KG-5 | 46 | 616 |
| K. T. Murphy School 19 Horton St Stamford CT 06902 (203) 977-4516 |
KG-5 | 47 | 527 |
| Newfield School 349 Pepper Ridge Rd Stamford CT 06905 (203) 977-4282 |
KG-5 | 51 | 707 |
| Northeast School 82 Scofieldtown Rd Stamford CT 06903 (203) 977-4469 |
KG-5 | 57 | 664 |
| Preschool Team School 888 Washington Blvd Stamford CT 06901 (203) 977-4519 |
PK-PK | 18 | 152 |
| Rippowam Middle School 381 High Ridge Rd Stamford CT 06905 (203) 977-5255 |
6-8 | 54 | 688 |
| Rogers School 83 Lockwood Ave Stamford CT 06902 (203) 977-4560 |
KG-8 | 58 | 804 |
| Roxbury School 751 Westhill Rd Stamford CT 06902 (203) 977-4287 |
KG-5 | 54 | 642 |
| Scofield Middle School 641 Scofieldtown Rd Stamford CT 06903 (203) 977-4350 |
6-8 | 50 | 625 |
| Springdale School 1127 Hope St Stamford CT 06906 (203) 977-4575 |
KG-5 | 54 | 711 |
| Stamford High School 55 Strawberry Hill Ave Stamford CT 06902 (203) 977-4227 |
9-12 | 121 | 1,928 |
| Stillmeadow School 800 Stillwater Rd Stamford CT 06906 (203) 977-4507 |
KG-5 | 56 | 688 |
| The Academy of Information Technology 381 High Ridge Rd Stamford CT 06905 (203) 977-4336 |
9-12 | 56 | 695 |
| Toquam Magnet School 123 Ridgewood Ave Stamford CT 06907 (203) 977-4556 |
KG-5 | 50 | 683 |
| Turn of River School 117 Vine Rd Stamford CT 06905 (203) 977-4284 |
6-8 | 54 | 546 |
| Westhill High School 125 Roxbury Rd Stamford CT 06902 (203) 977-4838 |
9-12 | 144 | 2,147 |
| Westover School 412 Stillwater Ave Stamford CT 06906 (203) 977-4572 |
KG-5 | 57 | 688 |