Dearborn Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 1,000 teachers and support staff and nineteen thousand students enrolled at the 36 schools managed by Dearborn Public Schools. The tables below detail faculty and teacher salaries for the entire state of Michigan, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been gathered through several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Michigan Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, the table below displays the average salary for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Michigan. 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 | $39,730 | $30,310-$50,720 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $66,710 | $39,070 - $95,320 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $69,000 | $47,670 - $94,680 |
| Middle School Teacher | $68,160 | $46,530 - $95,370 |
| High School Teacher | $71,200 | $47,830 - $98,720 |
| PE Teacher | $62,080 | $25,960 - $101,970 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Michigan, 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 the average salary for special education teachers in Michigan.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $39,730 | $30,310-$50,720 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $75,380 | $48,720 - $100,370 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Michigan, 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 Michigan below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $58,870 | $38,670-$82,630 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $107,240 | $77,340 - $134,430 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $62,900 | $42,380 - $89,280 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Michigan, 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 Dearborn Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $30,826 | $27,282 |
| Administrators | $18,433 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Dearborn Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Dearborn Public Schools. 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 Dearborn Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,128 | 1,147 | 1,157 |
| Preschool Teachers | 16 | 15 | 15 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 59 | 51 | 49 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 377 | 346 | 326 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 449 | 437 | 444 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 227 | 298 | 324 |
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 | 119 | 121 | 122 |
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 Dearborn Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 562 | 562 | 804 |
| District Administrators | 5 | - | 26 |
| School Administrators | 57 | - | 83 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 105 | - | 119 |
| Student Support Staff | 142 | 132 | 113 |
| Other Support Staff | 450 | 466 | 457 |
| Guidance Counselors | 21 | 21 | 22 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 20 | 20 | 22 |
Dearborn Public Schools Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Dearborn Public Schools oversees 36 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:
- Dearborn Heights School District #7 (7 Schools)
- Melvindale-North Allen Park Schools District (4 Schools)
- Lincoln Park Public Schools District (9 Schools)
- Westwood Community Schools District (7 Schools)
- Allen Park Public Schools District (6 Schools)
Dearborn Public Schools Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Dearborn
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryant Middle School 460 North Vernon St Dearborn MI 48128 (313) 827-2904 | 6-8 | 42 | 802 |
| Charles A. Lindbergh Elementary School 500 North Waverly St Dearborn MI 48128 (313) 827-6300 | PK-5 | 18 | 306 |
| Dearborn High School 19501 Outer Dr Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-1600 | 9-12 | 90 | 1,830 |
| Duvall Elementary School 22561 Beech St Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-2750 | PK-5 | 14 | 255 |
| Edsel Ford High School 20601 Rotunda Dr Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-1500 | 9-12 | 78 | 1,370 |
| Fordson High School 13800 Ford Rd Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-1400 | 9-12 | 116 | 2,370 |
| Geer Park Elementary School 14767 Prospect St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-2300 | PK-5 | 21 | 341 |
| Haigh Elementary School 601 North Silvery Ln Dearborn MI 48128 (313) 827-6200 | PK-5 | 26 | 464 |
| Henry Ford Collegiate Academy - Dearborn High Scho 19501 Outer Dr Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-3094 | 9-12 | 2 | 25 |
| Henry Ford Collegiate Academy - Edsel Ford High Sc 20601 Rotunda Dr Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-3094 | 9-12 | 0.2 | 23 |
| Henry Ford Collegiate Academy - Fordson High Schoo 13800 Ford Rd Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-3094 | 9-12 | 0.2 | 18 |
| Henry Ford Elementary School 16140 Driscoll St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-4700 | PK-5 | 43 | 807 |
| Howard Elementary School 1611 North York St Dearborn MI 48128 (313) 827-6350 | PK-5 | 22 | 391 |
| Howe Trainable Center and Montessori School 18000 Oakwood Blvd Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-7000 | KG-12 | 18 | 193 |
| Iris Becker Elementary School 10821 Henson St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-6950 | KG-5 | 18 | 280 |
| Long Elementary School 3100 Westwood St Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-6100 | PK-5 | 12 | 193 |
| Lowrey Elementary School 6601 Jonathon St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-1800 | PK-5 | 45 | 743 |
| Lowrey Middle School 6601 Jonathon St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-1800 | 6-8 | 35 | 631 |
| Maples Elementary School 6801 Mead St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-6450 | PK-5 | 35 | 606 |
| Mccollough Elementary School 7801 Maple St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-1700 | PK-5 | 33 | 466 |
| Mcdonald Elementary School 10151 Diversey St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-6700 | PK-5 | 26 | 317 |
| Miller Elementary School 4824 Lois St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-6850 | PK-5 | 37 | 541 |
| Nowlin Elementary School 23600 Penn St Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-6900 | PK-5 | 21 | 217 |
| Oakman Elementary School 7545 Chase Rd Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-6504 | PK-5 | 17 | 290 |
| Salina Elementary P - 3 School 2700 Ferney St Dearborn MI 48120 (313) 827-6550 | PK-3 | 32 | 444 |
| Salina Intermediate 4 - 8 School 2623 Salina St Dearborn MI 48120 (313) 827-6604 | 4-8 | 35 | 516 |
| Smith Middle School 23851 Yale St Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-2804 | 6-8 | 37 | 576 |
| Snow Elementary School 2000 Culver Ave Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-6250 | PK-5 | 29 | 393 |
| Stout Middle School 18500 Oakwood Blvd Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-4600 | 6-8 | 48 | 785 |
| Unis Middle School 7801 Maple St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-1700 | 6-8 | 32 | 603 |
| Whitmore-Bolles Elementary School 21501 Whitmore St Dearborn MI 48124 (313) 827-6800 | PK-5 | 24 | 282 |
| William Ford Elementary School 14749 Alber St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-6400 | PK-5 | 43 | 652 |
| Woodworth Middle School 4951 Ternes St Dearborn MI 48126 (313) 827-7100 | 6-8 | 46 | 853 |
Teaching in Dearborn Heights
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Magnet High School 22586 Ann Arbor Trl Dearborn Heights MI 48127 (313) 827-4800 | 9-12 | 2 | 31 |
| Henry Ford Early College School 22586 Ann Arbor Trl Dearborn Heights MI 48127 (313) 317-1584 | 9-12 | 7 | 222 |
| River Oaks Elementary School 20755 Ann Arbor Trl Dearborn Heights MI 48127 (313) 827-6750 | PK-5 | 21 | 319 |