Dekalb Community Unit School District – CUSD 428
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Based on recent publications, over 300 teachers and support staff are employed at Dekalb Community Unit School District – CUSD 428. The tables below provide teacher and administration salaries for the entire state of Illinois, due to more localized data not being available. The data is taken from several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Illinois Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table displays average salary and ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Illinois. 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $74,630 | $47,040 - $105,250 |
| Middle School Teacher | $75,870 | $47,810 - $105,580 |
| High School Teacher | $89,320 | $49,020 - $135,960 |
| PE Teacher | $68,830 | $31,200 - $122,720 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Illinois, SOC Codes: 25-2011, 25-2012, 25-2021, 25-2022, 25-2031, 27-2022, 25-3098, 25-9041
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff for the state of Illinois below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $118,420 | $78,070 - $169,400 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $70,230 | $44,890 - $110,580 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Illinois, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Dekalb Community Unit School District – CUSD 428 Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Dekalb Community Unit School District – CUSD 428. 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 Dekalb Community Unit School District – CUSD 428 per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 339 | 352 | |
| Elementary School Teachers | 218 | - | 224 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 93 | - | 110 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
Dekalb Community Unit School District – CUSD 428 Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Dekalb Community Unit School District – CUSD 428 oversees 11 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:
- Sycamore Community Unit School District - CUSD 427 (7 Schools)
- Hinckley Big Rock Community Unit School District - CUSD 429 (3 Schools)
- Genoa Kingston Community Unit School District - CUSD 424 (5 Schools)
- Indian Creek Community Unit School District - CUSD 425 (4 Schools)
- Hiawatha Community Unit School District - CUSD 426 (2 Schools)
Dekalb Community Unit School District – CUSD 428 Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Cortland
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland Elementary School 370 East Lexington Ave Cortland IL 60112 (815) 754-2360 | PK-5 | 31 | 548 |
Teaching in De Kalb
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Elementary School 1021 Alden Circle Dr De Kalb IL 60115 (815) 754-2334 | PK-5 | 15 | 314 |
Teaching in Dekalb
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton Rosette Middle School 650 North 1st St Dekalb IL 60115 (815) 754-2324 | 6-8 | 33 | 544 |
| De Kalb High School 501 West Dresser Rd Dekalb IL 60115 (815) 754-2118 | 9-12 | 92 | 1,628 |
| Founders Elementary School 821 South 7th St Dekalb IL 60115 (815) 754-3800 | KG-5 | 31 | 623 |
| Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School 3225 Sangamon Dr Dekalb IL 60115 (815) 754-9936 | PK-5 | 18 | 384 |
| Huntley Middle School 1515 South 4th St Dekalb IL 60115 (815) 754-2241 | 6-8 | 46 | 807 |
| Jefferson Elementary School 211 Mccormick Dr Dekalb IL 60115 (815) 754-2263 | PK-5 | 20 | 321 |
| Lincoln Elementary School 220 East Sunset Place Dekalb IL 60115 (815) 754-2212 | KG-5 | 16 | 290 |
| Littlejohn Elementary School 1121 School St Dekalb IL 60115 (815) 754-2258 | PK-5 | 19 | 355 |
Teaching in Malta
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malta Elementary School 5068 Il Route 38 Malta IL 60150 (815) 825-2907 | PK-5 | 15 | 306 |