Denison Independent School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
It is estimated that over 300 educators are employed at Denison Independent School District. The tables below profile faculty and teacher salaries at Denison Independent School District. The data is sourced from several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Denison ISD Teacher Salary Details
This table lists average salary and ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Sherman-Denison and surrounding areas. 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 | $35,070 | $21,270-$59,130 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,520 | $49,280 - $62,270 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,620 | $52,310 - $63,320 |
| High School Teacher | $64,140 | $52,640 - $76,220 |
| PE Teacher | $41,010 | $21,520 - $77,890 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Sherman-Denison, 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 and ranges for special education teachers who work for Denison ISD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $61,410 | $52,900 - $71,120 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Sherman-Denison, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about average salary details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Sherman-Denison area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $96,180 | $70,720 - $128,320 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $72,100 | $41,150 - $103,370 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Sherman-Denison, 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 Denison Independent School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Texas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $7,150 | $7,930 |
| Administrators | $8,267 | $6,477 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Denison Independent School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Denison Independent School 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 Denison Independent School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 323 | 327 | 325 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 22 | 20 | 23 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 130 | 121 | 118 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 131 | 143 | 148 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 38 | 40 | 33 |
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 | 80 | 78 | 76 |
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 Denison Independent School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 107 | 107 | 108 |
| District Administrators | 6 | 10 | 10 |
| District Support Staff | 13 | 13 | 15 |
| School Administrators | 16 | 12 | 12 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 15 | 16 | 16 |
| Student Support Staff | 26 | 27 | 25 |
| Other Support Staff | 29 | 29 | 31 |
| Guidance Counselors | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| Other School Counselors | 15 | 14 | 14 |
Denison Independent School District Schools
We have listed the 10 schools and their contact information, which is managed by Denison Independent School District in the list 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:
- Sherman Independent School District (14 Schools)
- Pottsboro Independent School District (ISD) (4 Schools)
- Bells Independent School District (ISD) (3 Schools)
- Savoy Independent School District (ISD) (2 Schools)
- Tom Bean Independent School District (ISD) (3 Schools)
Denison Independent School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Mcdaniel Middle School 400 North Lillis Ln Denison TX 75020 (903) 462-7200 | 6-8 | 72 | 974 |
| Denison High School 1901 South Mirick Ave Denison TX 75020 (903) 462-7125 | 9-12 | 98 | 1,180 |
| Golden Rule Elementary School 811 West Florence St Denison TX 75020 (903) 462-7250 | 1-5 | 12 | 147 |
| Houston Elementary School 1100 West Morgan St Denison TX 75020 (903) 462-7300 | PK-5 | 22 | 340 |
| Hyde Park Elementary School 1701 Hyde Park Denison TX 75020 (903) 462-7350 | PK-5 | 26 | 379 |
| Lamar Elementary School 1000 South Fifth Ave Denison TX 75020 (903) 462-7400 | PK-5 | 27 | 360 |
| Mayes Elementary School 201 Jennie Ln Denison TX 75020 (903) 462-7500 | PK-5 | 32 | 552 |
| Pathways High School 318 West Morgan St Denison TX 75020 (903) 462-7150 | 9-12 | 6 | 35 |
| Terrell Elementary School 230 West Martin Luther King St Denison TX 75020 (903) 462-7550 | PK-5 | 31 | 442 |