APS -- Arlington Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are just over 2,000 teachers and instructors and 20,000 students enrolled at the 37 schools managed by APS. The tables below display teacher salaries for the entire state of Virginia, due to more localized data not being available. The data is sourced 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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Virginia Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table lists average salary ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Virginia. 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | $64,830 | $37,100 - $105,220 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $72,600 | $47,090 - $126,260 |
| Middle School Teacher | $70,580 | $46,820 - $106,900 |
| High School Teacher | $74,120 | $47,230 - $131,920 |
| PE Teacher | $59,540 | $27,200 - $87,680 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Virginia, 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 details average salary ranges for special education teachers in Virginia.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | - | --- |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $69,480 | $46,020 - $104,940 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Virginia, 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 state of Virginia below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $63,090 | $37,760-$78,050 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $103,960 | $72,810 - $134,380 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $70,020 | $43,310 - $106,460 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Virginia, 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 APS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $29,837 | $15,871 |
| Administrators | $22,068 | $15,095 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Arlington Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by APS. 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 APS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,810 | 1,887 | 1,925 |
| Preschool Teachers | 4 | 71 | 45 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 108 | 159 | 134 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 967 | 887 | 966 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 731 | 771 | 780 |
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 | 54 | 56 |
| Teaching Assistants | 546 | 542 | 583 |
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 APS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,103 | 1,103 | 1,110 |
| District Administrators | 121 | 141 | 138 |
| District Support Staff | 72 | 78 | 76 |
| School Administrators | 69 | 73 | 76 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 123 | 130 | 129 |
| Student Support Staff | 89 | 92 | 92 |
| Other Support Staff | 588 | 589 | 599 |
| Librarians | 32 | 33 | 35 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 54 | 57 |
| Guidance Counselors | 74 | 77 | 83 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 25 | 25 | 30 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 41 | 44 | 46 |
APS Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, APS manages 37 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:
- Alexandria City Public Schools (19 Schools)
- Falls Church City Public Schools District (4 Schools)
- Fairfax County Public Schools (218 Schools)
- Manassas Park City Public Schools District (4 Schools)
- Manassas City Public Schools (9 Schools)
Arlington Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abingdon Elementary School 3035 South Abingdon St Arlington VA 22206 (703) 228-6650 |
PK-5 | 56 | 579 |
| Arlington Mill High 816 South Walter Reed Dr Arlington VA 22203 (703) 228-5295 |
9-12 | 20 | 214 |
| Arlington Science Focus School 1501 North Lincoln St Arlington VA 22201 (703) 228-7670 |
PK-5 | 45 | 609 |
| Arlington Traditional School 855 North Edison St Arlington VA 22205 (703) 228-6290 |
PK-5 | 35 | 503 |
| Ashlawn Elementary School 5950 North 8th Rd Arlington VA 22205 (703) 228-5270 |
PK-5 | 50 | 568 |
| Barcroft Elementary School 625 South Wakefield St Arlington VA 22204 (703) 228-5838 |
PK-5 | 60 | 499 |
| Barrett Elementary School 4401 North Henderson Rd Arlington VA 22203 (703) 228-6288 |
PK-5 | 54 | 547 |
| Campbell Elementary School 737 South Carlin Springs Rd Arlington VA 22204 (703) 228-6770 |
PK-5 | 43 | 430 |
| Carlin Springs School 5995 South 5th Rd Arlington VA 22204 (703) 228-6645 |
PK-5 | 63 | 584 |
| Claremont Immersion School 4700 South Chesterfield Rd Arlington VA 22206 (703) 228-2500 |
PK-5 | 58 | 727 |
| Drew Model Elementary School 3500 South 23rd St Arlington VA 22206 (703) 228-5825 |
PK-5 | 53 | 640 |
| Francis Scott Key Elementary School 2300 Key Blvd Arlington VA 22201 (703) 228-4210 |
PK-5 | 56 | 676 |
| Glebe Elementary School 1770 North Glebe Rd Arlington VA 22207 (703) 228-6280 |
PK-5 | 47 | 563 |
| Gunston Middle School 2700 South Lang St Arlington VA 22206 (703) 228-6900 |
6-8 | 67 | 839 |
| Henry Elementary School 701 South Highland St Arlington VA 22204 (703) 228-5820 |
PK-5 | 51 | 460 |
| Hoffman-Boston Elementary School 1415 South Queen St Arlington VA 22204 (703) 228-5845 |
PK-5 | 46 | 408 |
| Jamestown Elementary School 3700 North Delaware St Arlington VA 22207 (703) 228-5275 |
PK-5 | 48 | 605 |
| Jefferson Middle School 125 South Old Glebe Rd Arlington VA 22204 (703) 228-5900 |
6-8 | 72 | 877 |
| Kenmore Middle School 200 South Carlin Springs Rd Arlington VA 22204 (703) 228-6800 |
6-8 | 77 | 857 |
| Long Branch Elementary School 33 North Fillmore St Arlington VA 22201 (703) 228-4220 |
PK-5 | 44 | 541 |
| Mckinley Elementary School 1030 North Mckinley Rd Arlington VA 22205 (703) 228-5280 |
PK-5 | 43 | 536 |
| Nottingham Elementary School 5900 Little Falls Rd Arlington VA 22207 (703) 228-5290 |
PK-5 | 43 | 726 |
| Oakridge Elementary School 1414 24th St South Arlington VA 22202 (703) 228-5840 |
PK-5 | 50 | 704 |
| Randolph Elementary School 1306 South Quincy St Arlington VA 22204 (703) 228-5830 |
PK-5 | 46 | 428 |
| Swanson Middle School 5800 North Washington Blvd Arlington VA 22205 (703) 228-5500 |
6-8 | 79 | 1,057 |
| Taylor Elementary School 2600 North Stuart St Arlington VA 22207 (703) 228-6275 |
PK-5 | 49 | 737 |
| Tuckahoe Elementary School 6550 26th St North Arlington VA 22213 (703) 228-5288 |
PK-5 | 43 | 684 |
| Wakefield High School 1325 South Dinwiddie St Arlington VA 22206 (703) 228-6700 |
9-12 | 108 | 1,694 |
| Washington Lee High School 1301 North Stafford St Arlington VA 22201 (703) 228-6200 |
9-12 | 135 | 2,203 |
| Williamsburg Middle School 3600 North Harrison St Arlington VA 22207 (703) 228-5450 |
6-8 | 82 | 1,061 |
| Yorktown High School 5201 28th St North Arlington VA 22207 (703) 228-5400 |
9-12 | 124 | 1,943 |