Decatur Public Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 50 educators and 800 students that are enrolled at the 3 schools managed by Decatur Public Schools District. The Decatur Public Schools District teacher and administration salary data presented in the tables below are taken from several government sources as noted 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.
Decatur Public Schools District Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists the average salary for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Kalamazoo-Portage 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | $62,100 | $32,720 - $81,740 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $66,170 | $45,720 - $82,640 |
| Middle School Teacher | $67,370 | $44,610 - $80,830 |
| High School Teacher | $69,130 | $47,540 - $95,000 |
| PE Teacher | $56,690 | $25,960 - $98,980 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Kalamazoo-Portage, 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 that work for Decatur Public Schools District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $67,140 | $48,650 - $81,490 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Kalamazoo-Portage, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Kalamazoo-Portage area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $110,840 | $78,730 - $144,030 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $61,760 | $43,120 - $86,710 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Kalamazoo-Portage, 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 Decatur Public Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $23,639 | $27,290 |
| Administrators | $21,837 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Decatur Public Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Decatur 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 Decatur Public Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 52 | 53 | 52 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 17 | 18 | 18 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 23 | 22 | 23 |
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.
| 2013 | 2014 |
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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 Decatur Public Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 31 | 31 | 33 |
| Other Support Staff | 17 | 19 | 19 |
Decatur Public Schools District Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Decatur Public Schools District manages 3 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:
- Paw Paw Public School District (5 Schools)
- Lawton Community School District (4 Schools)
- Lawrence Public School District (3 Schools)
- Marcellus Community Schools District (3 Schools)
- Dowagiac Union School District (7 Schools)
Decatur Public Schools District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis Elementary School 409 North Phelps St Decatur MI 49045 (269) 423-6950 | PK-5 | 24 | 365 |
| Decatur High School 110 Cedar St Decatur MI 49045 (269) 423-6851 | 9-12 | 14 | 275 |
| Decatur Middle School 405 North Phelps St Decatur MI 49045 (269) 423-6901 | 6-8 | 14 | 212 |