WPS -- Worcester Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Based on recent publications, over 1000 teachers and instructors are employed at WPS. The tables below profile administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of Massachusetts, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been obtained through multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Massachusetts Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table details average salary and ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Massachusetts. There can be wide variations in salary, which can be attributed to experience or education levels, for example teachers with master's in education degrees may get a higher salary.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $43,750 | $34,680-$59,090 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $85,240 | $49,250 - $126,170 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $82,690 | $48,710 - $117,860 |
| Middle School Teacher | $85,460 | $51,470 - $122,400 |
| High School Teacher | $82,960 | $49,820 - $111,040 |
| PE Teacher | $66,740 | $34,290 - $102,260 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Massachusetts, 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 average salary and ranges for special education teachers in Massachusetts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $43,750 | $34,680-$59,090 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $82,230 | $51,640 - $112,380 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Massachusetts, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about salary ranges and details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the state of Massachusetts below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $67,980 | $45,980-$111,810 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $117,980 | $77,650 - $163,790 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $76,860 | $46,450 - $104,400 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Massachusetts, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Worcester Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by WPS. 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 WPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,584 | 1,581 | 1,413 |
| Preschool Teachers | 60 | 62 | 60 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 101 | 115 | 94 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 891 | 880 | 755 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 531 | 524 | 504 |
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 | 594 | 607 | 616 |
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 WPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 881 | 881 | 679 |
| District Administrators | 52 | 57 | 46 |
| District Support Staff | 84 | 72 | 121 |
| Student Support Staff | 421 | 458 | 481 |
| Other Support Staff | 79 | 71 | 50 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 34 | 32 |
| Guidance Counselors | 29 | 27 | 30 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 20 | 17 | 22 |
WPS Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, WPS manages 45 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:
- Shrewsbury Public Schools (9 Schools)
- Millbury School District (3 Schools)
- Leicester School District (4 Schools)
- Auburn Public Schools (6 Schools)
- Grafton School District (6 Schools)
Worcester Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Street Community School 170 Belmont St Worcester MA 01605 (508) 799-3588 |
PK-6 | 23 | 512 |
| Burncoat High School 179 Burncoat St Worcester MA 01606 (508) 799-3300 |
9-12 | 74 | 996 |
| Burncoat Middle School 135 Burncoat St Worcester MA 01606 (508) 799-3390 |
7-8 | 44 | 560 |
| Burncoat Street School 526 Burncoat St Worcester MA 01606 (508) 799-3537 |
KG-6 | 11 | 188 |
| Canterbury School 129 Canterbury St Worcester MA 01603 (508) 799-3484 |
PK-6 | 20 | 341 |
| Chandler Elementary Community School 114 Chandler St Worcester MA 01609 (508) 799-3572 |
KG-6 | 20 | 414 |
| Chandler Magnet School 525 Chandler St Worcester MA 01602 (508) 799-3452 |
PK-6 | 27 | 431 |
| City View School 80 Prospect St Worcester MA 01605 (508) 799-3670 |
PK-6 | 24 | 550 |
| Claremont Academy 15 Claremont St Worcester MA 01610 (508) 799-3077 |
7-12 | 37 | 438 |
| Clark St Community School 280 Clark St Worcester MA 01606 (508) 799-3545 |
PK-6 | 15 | 322 |
| Columbus Park School 75 Lovell St Worcester MA 01603 (508) 799-3490 |
PK-6 | 19 | 462 |
| Doherty Memorial High School 299 Highland St Worcester MA 01602 (508) 799-3270 |
9-12 | 91 | 1,337 |
| Elm Park Community School 23 North Ashland St Worcester MA 01609 (508) 799-3568 |
PK-6 | 24 | 490 |
| Flagg Street School 115 Flagg St Worcester MA 01602 (508) 799-3522 |
KG-6 | 19 | 415 |
| Forest Grove Middle School 495 Grove St Worcester MA 01605 (508) 799-3420 |
7-8 | 58 | 956 |
| Francis J Mcgrath Elementary School 493 Grove St Worcester MA 01605 (508) 799-3584 |
PK-6 | 13 | 284 |
| Gates Lane School 1238 Main St Worcester MA 01603 (508) 799-3488 |
PK-6 | 33 | 655 |
| Goddard Sch / Science Technology School 14 Richards St Worcester MA 01603 (508) 799-3594 |
PK-6 | 29 | 533 |
| Grafton Street School 311 Grafton St Worcester MA 01604 (508) 799-3478 |
PK-6 | 16 | 366 |
| Head Start School 770 Main St Worcester MA 01610 (508) 799-3662 |
PK-PK | 31 | 711 |
| Heard Street School 200 Heard St Worcester MA 01603 (508) 799-3525 |
KG-6 | 14 | 275 |
| Jacob Hiatt Magnet School 772 Main St Worcester MA 01610 (508) 799-3601 |
PK-6 | 21 | 461 |
| Lake View School 133 Coburn Ave Worcester MA 01604 (508) 799-3536 |
KG-6 | 13 | 295 |
| Lincoln Street School 549 Lincoln St Worcester MA 01605 (508) 799-3504 |
PK-6 | 14 | 266 |
| May Street School 265 May St Worcester MA 01602 (508) 799-3520 |
KG-6 | 14 | 315 |
| Midland Street School 18 Midland St Worcester MA 01602 (508) 799-3548 |
KG-6 | 12 | 236 |
| Nelson Place School 35 Nelson Place Worcester MA 01605 (508) 799-3506 |
PK-6 | 26 | 490 |
| Norrback Avenue School 44 Malden St Worcester MA 01606 (508) 799-3500 |
PK-6 | 30 | 576 |
| North High School 140 Harrington Way Worcester MA 01604 (508) 799-3370 |
9-12 | 73 | 1,295 |
| Quinsigamond School 14 Blackstone River Rd Worcester MA 01607 (508) 799-3502 |
PK-6 | 31 | 753 |
| Rice Square School 76 Massasoit Rd Worcester MA 01604 (508) 799-3556 |
KG-6 | 16 | 389 |
| Roosevelt School 1006 Grafton St Worcester MA 01604 (508) 799-3482 |
PK-6 | 35 | 684 |
| South High Community School 170 Apricot St Worcester MA 01603 (508) 799-3325 |
9-12 | 83 | 1,264 |
| Sullivan Middle School 140 Apricot St Worcester MA 01604 (508) 799-3350 |
6-8 | 54 | 868 |
| Tatnuck School 1083 Pleasant St Worcester MA 01602 (508) 799-3554 |
KG-6 | 22 | 442 |
| Thorndyke Road School 30 Thorndyke Rd Worcester MA 01606 (508) 799-3550 |
KG-6 | 15 | 334 |
| Union Hill School 1 Chapin St Worcester MA 01604 (508) 799-3600 |
PK-6 | 22 | 468 |
| University Pk Campus School 12 Freeland St Worcester MA 01603 (508) 799-3591 |
7-12 | 17 | 230 |
| Vernon Hill School 211 Providence St Worcester MA 01607 (508) 799-3630 |
PK-6 | 22 | 467 |
| Wawecus Road School 20 Wawecus Rd Worcester MA 01605 (508) 799-3527 |
KG-6 | 9 | 161 |
| West Tatnuck School 300 Mower St Worcester MA 01602 (508) 799-3596 |
PK-6 | 17 | 353 |
| Woodland Academy 93 Woodland St Worcester MA 01610 (508) 799-3557 |
PK-6 | 22 | 554 |
| Worcester Arts Magnet School 315 St Nicholas Ave Worcester MA 01606 (508) 799-3575 |
PK-6 | 16 | 387 |
| Worcester East Middle School 420 Grafton St Worcester MA 01604 (508) 799-3430 |
6-8 | 39 | 680 |
| Worcester Vocational High School 1 Skyline Dr Worcester MA 01605 (508) 799-1940 |
9-12 | 115 | 1,358 |