Bristol City Public Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Bristol City Public Schools District operates 7 schools with just over 200 teachers and support staff. The Bristol City Public Schools District teacher and administration salary figures presented below are gathered from several sources as listed below each of the data tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Bristol City Public Schools District Teacher Salary Details
The following table details salary ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol local 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 | $40,720 | $27,170-$62,750 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $57,030 | $47,410 - $71,800 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $57,400 | $48,830 - $72,060 |
| Middle School Teacher | $58,860 | $48,680 - $74,210 |
| High School Teacher | $60,600 | $47,200 - $74,890 |
| PE Teacher | $42,580 | $25,810 - $61,520 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol, 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 Bristol City Public Schools District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $57,100 | $46,630 - $71,690 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $92,200 | $66,050 - $119,920 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $60,570 | $43,990 - $76,170 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol, 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 Bristol City Public Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $12,186 | $15,906 |
| Administrators | $14,150 | $15,095 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Bristol City Public Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Bristol City Public Schools 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 Bristol City Public Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 178 | 182 | 189 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 77 | 79 | 81 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 93 | 92 | 98 |
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 | 51 | 63 | 63 |
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 Bristol City Public Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 93 | 93 | 96 |
| District Support Staff | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| School Administrators | 8 | 8 | 10 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Other Support Staff | 62 | 53 | 53 |
Bristol City Public Schools District Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Bristol City Public Schools District oversees 7 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:
- Washington County Public Schools District (17 Schools)
- Russell County Public Schools District (14 Schools)
- Scott County Public Schools District (14 Schools)
- Wise County Public Schools (14 Schools)
- Norton City Public Schools District (2 Schools)
Bristol City Public Schools District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland View Elementary School 1405 Eads St Bristol VA 24201 (276) 821-5710 | PK-5 | 15 | 212 |
| Joseph Van Pelt Elementary School 200 Spring Hill Terrace Bristol VA 24201 (276) 821-5770 | PK-5 | 31 | 395 |
| Stonewall Jackson Elementary School 2045 Euclid Ave Bristol VA 24201 (276) 821-5740 | PK-5 | 20 | 307 |
| Virginia High School 1200 Long Crescent Dr Bristol VA 24201 (276) 821-5858 | 9-12 | 52 | 656 |
| Virginia Middle School 501 Piedmont Ave Bristol VA 24201 (276) 821-5660 | 6-8 | 40 | 512 |
| Washington Lee Elementary School Washington Lee Dr Bristol VA 24201 (276) 821-5800 | PK-5 | 18 | 247 |