Aiken County Public School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Aiken County Public School District has more than 20,000 students and 1,000 teachers. The tables below profile school administration and teacher salaries at Aiken County Public School District. The data has been taken from several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Aiken County Public School District Teacher Salary Details
The table below details salary ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Augusta-Richmond County 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 | $31,760 | $19,240-$51,510 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $59,260 | $40,000 - $77,700 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,530 | $42,340 - $78,980 |
| Middle School Teacher | $58,530 | $38,300 - $75,500 |
| High School Teacher | $60,460 | $44,610 - $79,200 |
| PE Teacher | $39,580 | $18,720 - $64,320 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Augusta-Richmond County, 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 salary ranges for special education teachers who work for Aiken County Public School District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $59,630 | $37,710 - $80,180 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Augusta-Richmond County, 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 Augusta-Richmond County area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $54,950 | $35,180-$87,670 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,070 | $64,240 - $119,650 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $54,830 | $28,950 - $77,890 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Augusta-Richmond County, 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 Aiken County Public School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | South Carolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $14,302 | $13,884 |
| Administrators | $29,790 | $23,349 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Aiken County Public School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Aiken County Public School District. 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 Aiken County Public School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,508 | 1,529 | 1,493 |
| Preschool Teachers | 20 | 22 | 25 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 69 | 75 | 71 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 953 | 966 | 926 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 466 | 466 | 472 |
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 | 49 | 70 | 59 |
| Teaching Assistants | 478 | 476 | 455 |
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 Aiken County Public School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 231 | 231 | 230 |
| District Administrators | 13 | 14 | 14 |
| District Support Staff | 7 | 14 | 11 |
| School Administrators | 87 | 86 | 90 |
| Student Support Staff | 122 | 117 | 115 |
| Librarians | 41 | 41 | 41 |
| Guidance Counselors | 52 | 57 | 59 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 29 | 33 | 35 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 23 | 24 | 24 |
Aiken County Public School District Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Aiken County Public School District operates 40 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:
- Barnwell County School District 29 (3 Schools)
- Edgefield County School District (8 Schools)
- Barnwell County School District 19 (3 Schools)
- Barnwell County School District 45 (4 Schools)
- Lexington County School District 03 (4 Schools)
Aiken County Public School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
Click on the city name to see the list of schools in that city.
- Aiken (16)
- Beech Island (1)
- Belvedere (1)
- Gloverville (1)
- Graniteville (4)
- Jackson (1)
- Monetta (1)
- New Ellenton (2)
- North Augusta (6)
- Ridge Spring (1)
- Wagener (2)
- Warrenville (3)
Teaching in Aiken
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aiken Elementary School 2050 Pine Log Rd Aiken SC 29803 (803) 641-2740 | PK-5 | 46 | 815 |
| Aiken High School 449 Rutland Dr Aiken SC 29801 (803) 641-2500 | 9-12 | 78 | 1,436 |
| Aiken Middle School 101 Gator Ln Aiken SC 29803 (803) 641-2570 | 6-8 | 31 | 578 |
| Aiken Performing Arts Academy (charter) 130 Avery Ln Aiken SC 29802 (803) 644-4824 | 9-12 | 5 | 39 |
| Chukker Creek Elementary School 1830 Chukker Creek Rd Aiken SC 29803 (803) 641-2474 | PK-5 | 46 | 831 |
| East Aiken Elementary School 223 Old Wagener Rd Aiken SC 29801 (803) 641-2450 | PK-5 | 37 | 634 |
| J D Lever Elementary School 2404 Columbia Hwy Aiken SC 29801 (803) 641-2760 | PK-5 | 33 | 534 |
| Kennedy / Lloyd Charter School 130 Avery Ln Aiken SC 29802 (803) 644-4824 | 3-8 | 5 | 88 |
| Millbrook Elementary School 255 East Pine Log Rd Aiken SC 29803 (803) 641-2580 | PK-5 | 37 | 644 |
| Minnie B Kennedy Middle School 274 East Pine Log Rd Aiken SC 29803 (803) 641-2470 | 6-8 | 49 | 958 |
| Oakwood- Windsor Elementary School 3773 Charleston Hwy Aiken SC 29801 (803) 641-2560 | PK-5 | 30 | 454 |
| Pinecrest / North Aiken Elementary School 100 Bears Rock Rd Aiken SC 29801 (803) 641-2690 | PK-5 | 36 | 488 |
| Redcliffe Elementary School 22 Double Springs Rd Aiken SC 29803 (803) 827-3350 | PK-5 | 46 | 781 |
| Schofield Middle School 224 Kershaw St Northeast Aiken SC 29801 (803) 641-2770 | 6-8 | 35 | 676 |
| Silver Bluff High School 64 Desoto Dr Aiken SC 29803 (803) 652-8100 | 9-12 | 45 | 641 |
| South Aiken High School 232 East Pine Log Rd Aiken SC 29803 (803) 641-2600 | 9-12 | 80 | 1,472 |
Teaching in Beech Island
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Elementary School 4552 Augusta Rd Beech Island SC 29842 (803) 593-7240 | PK-5 | 31 | 473 |
Teaching in Belvedere
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belvedere Elementary School 201 Rhomboid Place Belvedere SC 29841 (803) 442-6330 | PK-5 | 35 | 614 |
Teaching in Gloverville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gloverville Elementary School 114 Gloria Rush Circle Gloverville SC 29828 (803) 593-7280 | PK-5 | 20 | 308 |
Teaching in Graniteville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Byrd Elementary School 1225 Weldon Way Graniteville SC 29829 (803) 663-4320 | PK-5 | 42 | 789 |
| Leavelle Mccampbell Middle School 82 Canal St Graniteville SC 29829 (803) 663-4300 | 6-8 | 23 | 539 |
| Midland Valley High School 227 Mustang Dr Graniteville SC 29829 (803) 593-7100 | 9-12 | 74 | 1,257 |
| Midland Valley Preparatory School 2432 Jefferson Davis Hwy Graniteville SC 29829 (803) 594-1028 | KG-8 | 11 | 195 |
Teaching in Jackson
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Middle School 8217 Atomic Rd Jackson SC 29831 (803) 279-3525 | 6-8 | 17 | 318 |
Teaching in Monetta
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge-Spring Monetta High School 10 J.p. Kneece Dr Monetta SC 29105 (803) 685-2100 | 9-12 | 22 | 238 |
Teaching in New Ellenton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greendale Elementary School 505 South Boundary Ave New Ellenton SC 29809 (803) 652-8170 | PK-5 | 28 | 419 |
| New Ellenton Middle School 814 Main St South New Ellenton SC 29809 (803) 652-8200 | 6-8 | 14 | 189 |
Teaching in North Augusta
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammond Hill Elementary School 901 West Woodlawn Ave North Augusta SC 29841 (803) 442-6170 | PK-5 | 44 | 832 |
| Mossy Creek Elementary School 421 West Five Notch Rd North Augusta SC 29841 (803) 442-6090 | PK-5 | 38 | 729 |
| North Augusta Elementary School 400 East Spring Grove Ave North Augusta SC 29841 (803) 442-6280 | PK-5 | 39 | 667 |
| North Augusta High School 2000 Knobcone Ave North Augusta SC 29841 (803) 442-6100 | 9-12 | 81 | 1,470 |
| North Augusta Middle School 725 Old Edgefield Rd North Augusta SC 29841 (803) 442-6200 | 6-8 | 34 | 672 |
| Paul Knox Middle School 1804 Wells Rd North Augusta SC 29841 (803) 442-6300 | 6-8 | 37 | 673 |
Teaching in Ridge Spring
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge Spring Monetta Elementary School 422 Hazzard Circle Ridge Spring SC 29129 (803) 685-2000 | PK-8 | 41 | 636 |
Teaching in Wagener
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| A L Corbett Middle School 20 A. L. Corbett Circle Wagener SC 29164 (803) 564-1000 | PK-8 | 49 | 743 |
| Wagener Salley High School 272 Main St South Wagener SC 29164 (803) 564-1100 | 9-12 | 29 | 280 |
Teaching in Warrenville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Elementary School 170 Flint Dr Warrenville SC 29851 (803) 593-7180 | PK-5 | 33 | 533 |
| Langley Bath Clearwater Middle School 29 Lions Trail Warrenville SC 29851 (803) 593-7260 | 6-8 | 31 | 598 |
| Warrenville Elementary School 569 Howlandville Rd Warrenville SC 29851 (803) 663-4270 | PK-5 | 28 | 475 |