MPS -- Manchester School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are just over 500 teachers and support staff and 6,000 students enrolled at the 15 schools operated by Manchester School District (MPS). The tables below display school administration and teacher salaries at Manchester School District (MPS). The data has been 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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MPS Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists salary ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford 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 | $38,240 | $28,710-$58,100 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $78,250 | $57,320 - $98,200 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $84,060 | $51,460 - $105,590 |
| Middle School Teacher | $80,590 | $49,930 - $101,820 |
| High School Teacher | $80,270 | $48,820 - $104,370 |
| PE Teacher | $58,540 | $29,680 - $96,620 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, 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 MPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $38,240 | $28,710-$58,100 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $81,190 | $52,050 - $105,270 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, 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 Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $57,850 | $37,240-$86,750 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $136,620 | $81,210 - $169,930 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $70,670 | $36,730 - $102,630 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, 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 Manchester School District (MPS) is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Connecticut | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $31,183 | $25,099 |
| Administrators | $36,954 | $35,392 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Manchester School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Manchester School District (MPS). 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 Manchester School District (MPS) per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 543 | 544 | 532 |
| Preschool Teachers | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 27 | 30 | 29 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 326 | 328 | 322 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 162 | 158 | 156 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 20 | 20 | 16 |
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 | 60 | 69 | 70 |
| Teaching Assistants | 221 | 202 | 217 |
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 Manchester School District (MPS) are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 390 | 390 | 385 |
| School Administrators | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 24 | 22 | 38 |
| Student Support Staff | 44 | 40 | 46 |
| Other Support Staff | 265 | 258 | 297 |
| Librarians | 13 | 12 | 13 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 11 | 9 |
| Guidance Counselors | 15 | 13 | 16 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 11 | 11 | 12 |
Manchester School District (MPS) Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Manchester School District (MPS) operates 15 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:
- Bolton School District (2 Schools)
- East Hartford High School (16 Schools)
- South Windsor Public Schools (8 Schools)
- Vernon School District (8 Schools)
- Glastonbury School District (9 Schools)
Manchester School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowers School 141 Princeton St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3313 |
KG-5 | 30 | 425 |
| Buckley School 250 Vernon St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3302 |
PK-5 | 29 | 360 |
| Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy 1151 Main St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3571 |
6-6 | 38 | 374 |
| Highland Park School 397 Porter St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3430 |
KG-5 | 20 | 267 |
| Illing Middle School 227 East Middle Turnpike Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3400 |
7-8 | 77 | 801 |
| Keeney School 179 Keeney St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3354 |
KG-5 | 26 | 336 |
| Manchester Head Start School 70 Washington St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3501 |
PK-PK | 12 | 191 |
| Manchester High School 134 East Middle Turnpike Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3530 |
9-12 | 154 | 1,619 |
| Manchester Regional Academy 665 Wetherell St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3495 |
7-12 | 15 | 92 |
| Manchester Transition Center 454 Main St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-6399 |
12-12 | 1 | 15 |
| Martin School 140 Dartmouth Rd Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3367 |
KG-5 | 18 | 282 |
| Robertson School 65 North School St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3372 |
KG-5 | 27 | 380 |
| Verplanck School 126 Olcott St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3383 |
KG-5 | 25 | 364 |
| Waddell School 163 Broad St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3392 |
KG-6 | 26 | 342 |
| Washington School 94 Cedar St Manchester CT 06040 (860) 647-3332 |
KG-5 | 29 | 362 |