BCS -- Buncombe County Schools System
Teacher Salary and Benefits
BCS oversees 43 schools with over two thousand teachers and instructors. The BCS teacher salary data presented in the tables below are gathered from several government agencies as listed under each table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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BCS Teacher Salary Details
This table lists average salary and ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Asheville 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 | $31,320 | $22,510-$37,780 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $37,900 | $29,390 - $49,350 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $47,230 | $37,270 - $58,390 |
| Middle School Teacher | $48,210 | $37,980 - $57,850 |
| High School Teacher | $52,800 | $39,350 - $61,900 |
| PE Teacher | $44,710 | $23,240 - $61,930 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Asheville, 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 displays average salary and ranges for special education teachers are employed by BCS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $45,100 | $31,990 - $56,450 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Asheville, 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 Asheville area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $48,160 | $29,880-$79,570 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $76,340 | $50,990 - $101,240 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $47,170 | $28,260 - $62,080 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Asheville, 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 BCS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $13,799 | $12,731 |
| Administrators | $16,198 | $12,997 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Buncombe County Schools System Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by BCS. 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 BCS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,607 | 1,666 | 1,647 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 97 | 120 | 105 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 914 | 1,009 | 1,009 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 587 | 524 | 522 |
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 | 551 | 609 | 516 |
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 BCS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,210 | 1,210 | 1,147 |
| District Administrators | 12 | 13 | 12 |
| District Support Staff | 94 | 93 | 94 |
| School Administrators | 89 | 90 | 89 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 100 | 104 | 103 |
| Student Support Staff | 203 | 214 | 211 |
| Other Support Staff | 654 | 696 | 639 |
| Librarians | 45 | 45 | 45 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 29 | 24 |
| Guidance Counselors | 82 | 81 | 85 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 26 | 26 | 26 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 56 | 55 | 58 |
BCS Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, BCS oversees 43 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed 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:
- Asheville City Schools (8 Schools)
- Madison County Schools District (7 Schools)
- Henderson County Public Schools (23 Schools)
- Haywood County Schools (North Carolina) (16 Schools)
- Transylvania County Schools District (9 Schools)
Buncombe County Schools System Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
Click on the city name to see the list of schools in that city.
- Arden (3)
- Asheville (18)
- Barnardsville (1)
- Black Mountain (3)
- Candler (5)
- Fairview (1)
- Fletcher (1)
- Leicester (1)
- Swannanoa (3)
- Weaverville (6)
Teaching in Arden
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avery's Creek Elementary School 15 Park South Blvd Arden NC 28704 (828) 654-1810 |
KG-4 | 41 | 661 |
| Glen Arden Elementary School 50 Pinehurst Circle Arden NC 28704 (828) 654-1800 |
KG-4 | 33 | 496 |
| Valley Springs Middle School 224 Long Shoals Rd Arden NC 28704 (828) 654-1785 |
6-8 | 48 | 646 |
Teaching in Asheville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| A C Reynolds High School 1 Rocket Dr Asheville NC 28803 (828) 298-2500 |
9-12 | 79 | 1,407 |
| A C Reynolds Middle School 2 Rocket Dr Asheville NC 28803 (828) 298-7484 |
6-8 | 42 | 601 |
| Buncombe County Early College School 340 Victoria Rd Asheville NC 28801 (828) 232-4123 |
9-12 | 14 | 226 |
| Buncombe County Middle College School 340 Victoria Rd Asheville NC 28801 (828) 232-4123 |
11-12 | 4 | 66 |
| Charles C Bell Elementary School 90 Maple Springs Rd Asheville NC 28805 (828) 298-3789 |
KG-5 | 21 | 301 |
| Clyde a Erwin High School 60 Lees Creek Rd Asheville NC 28806 (828) 232-4251 |
9-12 | 78 | 1,254 |
| Clyde a Erwin Middle School 20 Erwin Hills Rd Asheville NC 28806 (828) 232-4264 |
7-8 | 57 | 852 |
| Eblen Intermediate 59 Lee's Creek Rd Asheville NC 28806 (828) 255-5757 |
5-6 | 50 | 808 |
| Emma Elementary School 37 Brickyard Rd Asheville NC 28806 (828) 232-4272 |
KG-4 | 29 | 427 |
| Haw Creek Elementary School 21 Trinity Chapel Rd Asheville NC 28805 (828) 298-4022 |
KG-5 | 25 | 405 |
| Johnston Elementary School 230 Johnston Blvd Asheville NC 28806 (828) 232-4291 |
KG-4 | 24 | 330 |
| Koontz Intermediate 305 Overlook Rd Asheville NC 28803 (828) 684-1295 |
5-6 | 48 | 773 |
| Oakley Elementary School 753 Fairview Rd Asheville NC 28803 (828) 274-7515 |
KG-5 | 30 | 468 |
| Sand Hill-Venable Elementary School 154 Sand Hill School Rd Asheville NC 28806 (828) 670-5028 |
KG-5 | 51 | 745 |
| T C Roberson High School 250 Overlook Rd Asheville NC 28803 (828) 654-1765 |
9-12 | 95 | 1,575 |
| West Buncombe Elementary School 175 Erwin Hills Rd Asheville NC 28806 (828) 232-4282 |
KG-4 | 42 | 635 |
| William W Estes Elementary School 275 Overlook Rd Asheville NC 28803 (828) 654-1795 |
KG-5 | 48 | 755 |
| Woodfin Elementary School 108 Elk Mountain Rd Asheville NC 28804 (828) 232-4287 |
KG-5 | 14 | 150 |
Teaching in Barnardsville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnardsville Elementary School 20 Hillcrest Dr Barnardsville NC 28709 (828) 626-2290 |
KG-4 | 12 | 153 |
Teaching in Black Mountain
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Mountain Elementary School 100 Flat Creek Rd Black Mountain NC 28711 (828) 669-5217 |
4-5 | 16 | 232 |
| Black Mountain Primary School 301 East State St Black Mountain NC 28711 (828) 669-2645 |
KG-3 | 31 | 468 |
| Charles D Owen High School 99 Lake Eden Rd Black Mountain NC 28711 (828) 686-3852 |
9-12 | 53 | 789 |
Teaching in Candler
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candler Elementary School 121 Candler School Rd Candler NC 28715 (828) 670-5018 |
KG-5 | 34 | 609 |
| Enka High School 475 Enka Lake Rd Candler NC 28715 (828) 670-5000 |
9-12 | 73 | 1,254 |
| Enka Middle School 390 Asbury Rd Candler NC 28715 (828) 670-5010 |
6-8 | 64 | 1,014 |
| Hominy Valley Elementary School 450 Enka Lake Rd Candler NC 28715 (828) 665-0619 |
KG-5 | 30 | 477 |
| Pisgah Elementary School 1495 Pisgah Hwy Candler NC 28715 (828) 670-5023 |
KG-5 | 16 | 232 |
Teaching in Fairview
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview Elementary School 1355 Charlotte Hwy Fairview NC 28730 (828) 628-2732 |
KG-5 | 47 | 741 |
Teaching in Fletcher
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cane Creek Middle School 570 Lower Brush Creek Rd Fletcher NC 28732 (828) 628-0824 |
6-8 | 43 | 671 |
Teaching in Leicester
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leicester Elementary School 31 Gilbert Rd Leicester NC 28748 (828) 683-2341 |
KG-4 | 35 | 495 |
Teaching in Swannanoa
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buncombe Community-East School 235 Old Us 70 Swannanoa NC 28778 (828) 686-7734 |
9-12 | 18 | 134 |
| Charles D Owen Middle School 730 Old Us 70 Swannanoa NC 28778 (828) 686-7739 |
6-8 | 44 | 584 |
| W D Williams Elementary School 161 Bee Tree Rd Swannanoa NC 28778 (828) 686-3856 |
KG-5 | 30 | 421 |
Teaching in Weaverville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Buncombe Elementary School 251 Flat Creek Church Rd Weaverville NC 28787 (828) 645-6054 |
KG-4 | 45 | 715 |
| North Buncombe High School 890 Clarks Chapel Rd Weaverville NC 28787 (828) 645-4221 |
9-12 | 66 | 1,103 |
| North Buncombe Middle School 51 North Buncombe School Rd Weaverville NC 28787 (828) 645-7944 |
7-8 | 42 | 638 |
| North Windy Ridge School 20 Doan Rd Weaverville NC 28787 (828) 658-1892 |
5-6 | 37 | 586 |
| Weaverville Elementary School 129 South Main St Weaverville NC 28787 (828) 645-3127 |
2-4 | 23 | 366 |
| Weaverville Primary School 39 South Main St Weaverville NC 28787 (828) 645-4275 |
KG-1 | 16 | 232 |