West Springfield Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
According to published data more than 300 educators are employed at West Springfield Public Schools. The West Springfield Public Schools administration and teacher salary details displayed in the following tables are taken from several government sources as noted below each of 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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West Springfield Public Schools Teacher Salary Details
This table details salary ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Springfield 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $41,140 | $29,640-$61,760 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $73,550 | $49,780 - $99,360 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,650 | $49,000 - $101,540 |
| Middle School Teacher | $74,940 | $47,840 - $102,060 |
| High School Teacher | $75,240 | $51,370 - $100,220 |
| PE Teacher | $54,190 | $31,640 - $79,960 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Springfield, 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 salary ranges for special education teachers are employed by West Springfield Public Schools and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $41,140 | $29,640-$61,760 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $73,440 | $51,520 - $92,040 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Springfield, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Springfield area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $58,190 | $38,240-$74,820 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $111,930 | $76,820 - $156,980 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $67,030 | $35,340 - $93,700 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Springfield, 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 West Springfield Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Massachusetts | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $20,601 | $23,690 |
| Administrators | $11,575 | $10,934 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
West Springfield Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by West Springfield Public Schools. 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 West Springfield Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 308 | 298 | 299 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 21 | 20 | 22 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 183 | 179 | 181 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 99 | 94 | 92 |
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 | 131 | 136 | 133 |
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 West Springfield Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 122 | 122 | 117 |
| District Support Staff | 15 | 14 | 15 |
| School Administrators | 16 | 16 | 17 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 25 | 28 | 27 |
| Student Support Staff | 43 | 43 | 44 |
West Springfield Public Schools Schools
We have listed the 10 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by West Springfield Public Schools 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:
- Springfield Public Schools (54 Schools)
- Agawam Public Schools (8 Schools)
- Chicopee Public Schools (15 Schools)
- Longmeadow Public Schools (6 Schools)
- Westfield High School (Massachusetts) (12 Schools)
West Springfield Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21st Century Skills Academy 174 Brush Hill Ave West Springfield MA 01089 (413) 735-2200 |
9-12 | 3 | 14 |
| Cowing Early Childhood 160 Park St West Springfield MA 01089 (413) 263-3324 |
PK-PK | 5 | 74 |
| John Ashley School 88 Massasoit Ave West Springfield MA 01089 (413) 263-3323 |
KG-KG | 16 | 247 |
| John R Fausey School 784 Amostown Rd West Springfield MA 01089 (413) 263-3314 |
KG-5 | 32 | 428 |
| Memorial School 201 Norman St West Springfield MA 01089 (413) 263-3333 |
1-5 | 17 | 199 |
| Mittineague School 26 Second St West Springfield MA 01089 (413) 263-3327 |
1-5 | 16 | 163 |
| Philip G Coburn School 115 Southworth St West Springfield MA 01089 (413) 263-3318 |
KG-5 | 42 | 482 |
| Tatham School 61 Laurel Rd West Springfield MA 01089 (413) 263-3330 |
1-5 | 14 | 228 |
| West Springfield High School 425 Piper Rd West Springfield MA 01089 (413) 263-3400 |
9-12 | 89 | 1,178 |
| West Springfield Middle School 31 Middle School Dr West Springfield MA 01089 (413) 263-3404 |
6-8 | 66 | 886 |