WCPS -- Walton County School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
WCPS manages 15 schools with more than 800 teachers and support staff. The WCPS teacher salary data provided in the data tables below are obtained from several sources as noted under each salary table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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WCPS Teacher Salary Details
This table details the average salary for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta 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 | $39,460 | $23,550-$60,850 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $66,350 | $47,670 - $97,810 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $67,530 | $48,500 - $94,240 |
| Middle School Teacher | $72,260 | $48,320 - $99,080 |
| High School Teacher | $71,230 | $46,750 - $100,290 |
| PE Teacher | $53,650 | $20,470 - $91,050 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, 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 the average salary for special education teachers who work for WCPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $39,460 | $23,550-$60,850 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $71,990 | $50,260 - $101,040 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, 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 Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $64,550 | $38,380-$98,280 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $103,270 | $78,690 - $129,360 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $65,960 | $38,730 - $100,010 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, 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 WCPS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Georgia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $17,735 | $16,684 |
| Administrators | $16,695 | $13,029 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Walton County School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by WCPS. 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 WCPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 846 | 852 | 832 |
| Preschool Teachers | 24 | 26 | 25 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 47 | 47 | 51 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 296 | 291 | 284 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 357 | 366 | 349 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 122 | 122 | 123 |
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 | 178 | 177 | 171 |
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 WCPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 504 | 504 | 486 |
| District Administrators | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| District Support Staff | 22 | 21 | 21 |
| School Administrators | 42 | 48 | 43 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 52 | 53 | 50 |
| Student Support Staff | 48 | 51 | 49 |
| Other Support Staff | 315 | 318 | 309 |
| Librarians | 17 | 15 | 15 |
| Guidance Counselors | 25 | 23 | 24 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 15 | 14 | 15 |
WCPS Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, WCPS operates 15 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:
- Social Circle City School District (4 Schools)
- Barrow County Schools (16 Schools)
- Newton County School System (25 Schools)
- Rockdale County Public Schools (18 Schools)
- Oconee County School District (10 Schools)
Walton County School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Covington
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Grove Elementary School 460 Hwy 81 Sw Covington GA 30014 (770) 784-0023 |
PK-5 | 35 | 562 |
Teaching in Loganville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loganville Elementary School 4303 Lawrenceville Rd Loganville GA 30052 (770) 466-4834 |
PK-5 | 41 | 619 |
| Loganville High School 3305 Hwy 78 Loganville GA 30052 (678) 684-2880 |
9-12 | 84 | 1,467 |
| Loganville Middle School 152 Clark Mccullers Dr Loganville GA 30052 (678) 684-2960 |
6-8 | 84 | 1,124 |
| Loganville Primary School 100 Homer Moon Rd Loganville GA 30052 (770) 466-2271 |
PK-5 | 46 | 847 |
| Sharon Elementary School 2700 White Rd Loganville GA 30052 (678) 684-2850 |
PK-5 | 41 | 789 |
| Walnut Grove High School 4863 Guthrie Cemetery Rd Loganville GA 30052 (678) 507-3900 |
9-12 | 72 | 1,265 |
| Youth Elementary School 4009 Center Hill Church Rd Loganville GA 30052 (770) 554-0172 |
PK-5 | 44 | 790 |
| Youth Middle School 1804 Hwy 81 Loganville GA 30052 (770) 466-6849 |
6-8 | 67 | 1,066 |
Teaching in Monroe
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atha Road Elementary School 821 H D Atha Rd Monroe GA 30655 (770) 266-5995 |
PK-5 | 51 | 808 |
| Carver Middle School 1095 Good Hope Rd Monroe GA 30655 (770) 267-6000 |
6-8 | 57 | 1,000 |
| Monroe Area Comprehensive High School 300 Double Springs Church Rd Monroe GA 30656 (770) 266-4599 |
9-12 | 68 | 1,109 |
| Monroe Elementary School 140 Dillard Dr Monroe GA 30656 (770) 207-3205 |
PK-5 | 46 | 700 |
| Monroe Primary School 934 Harmony Church Rd Ne Monroe GA 30655 (770) 267-6574 |
PK-5 | 49 | 799 |
| Walker Park Elementary School 333 Carl Davis Rd Nw Monroe GA 30656 (770) 267-8311 |
PK-5 | 45 | 749 |