Denton Independent School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Over 2,000 teachers are employed at Denton Independent School District. The tables below provide teacher and administration salaries for the entire state of Texas, due to more localized data not being available. The data is sourced from multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Texas Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, the table below details salary ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Texas. 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 | $35,970 | $26,430-$49,680 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $60,880 | $43,730 - $72,640 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,890 | $48,500 - $73,570 |
| Middle School Teacher | $64,480 | $51,410 - $75,750 |
| High School Teacher | $65,740 | $50,410 - $78,020 |
| PE Teacher | $52,350 | $22,340 - $78,720 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Texas, 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 salary ranges for special education teachers in Texas.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $35,970 | $26,430-$49,680 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $63,310 | $50,030 - $74,240 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Texas, 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 state of Texas below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $55,050 | $35,130-$75,310 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $96,510 | $72,230 - $128,700 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $69,940 | $42,380 - $101,830 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Texas, 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 Denton Independent School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Texas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $7,634 | $7,930 |
| Administrators | $6,171 | $6,477 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Denton Independent School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Denton 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 Denton Independent School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,763 | 1,795 | 1,898 |
| Preschool Teachers | 24 | 18 | 17 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 116 | 128 | 112 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 802 | 822 | 768 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 672 | 686 | 749 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 150 | 141 | 252 |
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 | 211 | 218 | 248 |
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 Denton Independent School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 989 | 989 | 946 |
| District Support Staff | 169 | 176 | 180 |
| School Administrators | 102 | 117 | 111 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 97 | 102 | 100 |
| Student Support Staff | 146 | 158 | 160 |
| Other Support Staff | 446 | 430 | 389 |
| Librarians | 32 | 33 | 32 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 26 | 28 |
| Guidance Counselors | 59 | 60 | 68 |
| Other School Counselors | 59 | 60 | 68 |
Denton Independent School District Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, Denton Independent School District manages 40 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:
- Krum Independent School District (ISD) (6 Schools)
- Argyle Independent School District (ISD) (5 Schools)
- Lake Dallas Independent School District (ISD) (6 Schools)
- Ponder Independent School District (ISD) (4 Schools)
- Sanger Independent School District (ISD) (8 Schools)
Denton Independent School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Argyle
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annie Webb Blanton Elementary School 9501 Stacee Ln Argyle TX 76266 (940) 369-0700 | PK-5 | 49 | 772 |
| Eugenia Porter Rayzor Elementary School 377 Rayzor Rd Argyle TX 76226 (940) 369-4100 | PK-5 | 44 | 682 |
| Tom Harpool Middle School 9601 Stacee Ln Argyle TX 76266 (940) 369-1700 | 6-8 | 64 | 951 |
Teaching in Aubrey
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle School #5 1701 Navo Rd Aubrey TX 76227 (972) 347-7500 | 6-8 | 64 | 998 |
| Paloma Creek Elementary School 1600 Navo Rd Aubrey TX 76227 (972) 347-7300 | KG-5 | 43 | 635 |
| Providence Elementary School 1000 Fm 2931 Aubrey TX 76227 (940) 369-1900 | PK-5 | 43 | 582 |
| Savannah Elementary School 1101 Cotton Exchange Dr Aubrey TX 76227 (972) 347-7400 | PK-5 | 42 | 671 |
Teaching in Corinth
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crownover Middle School 1901 Creekside Corinth TX 76210 (940) 369-4700 | 6-8 | 64 | 904 |
| Mildred M Hawk Elementary School 2300 Oakmont Corinth TX 76210 (940) 369-1800 | PK-5 | 45 | 671 |
Teaching in Cross Roads
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Oaks Elementary School 600 Liberty Blvd Cross Roads TX 76227 (972) 347-7100 | PK-5 | 37 | 528 |
Teaching in Denton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borman Elementary School 1201 Parvin Denton TX 76205 (940) 369-2500 | PK-5 | 40 | 461 |
| Calhoun Middle School 709 Congress St Denton TX 76201 (940) 369-2400 | 6-8 | 59 | 650 |
| Denton High School 1007 Fulton Denton TX 76201 (940) 369-2000 | 9-12 | 132 | 2,081 |
| Emilio & Guadalupe Gonzalez Pre-K Center School 1212 Long Rd Denton TX 76207 (940) 369-4360 | PK-PK | 14 | 342 |
| Evers Park Elementary School 3300 Evers Parkway Denton TX 76207 (940) 369-2600 | KG-5 | 44 | 562 |
| Fred Moore High School 815 Cross Timbers St Denton TX 76205 (940) 369-4000 | 9-12 | 6 | 58 |
| Ginnings Elementary School 2525 Yellowstone Denton TX 76209 (940) 369-2700 | KG-5 | 47 | 607 |
| Hodge Elementary School 3900 Grant Parkway Denton TX 76208 (940) 369-2800 | PK-5 | 55 | 678 |
| Houston Elementary School 3100 Teasley Denton TX 76205 (940) 369-2900 | KG-5 | 42 | 607 |
| John H Guyer High School 7501 Teasley Ln Denton TX 76210 (940) 369-1000 | 9-12 | 158 | 2,285 |
| Juvenile Detention Center School 210 South Woodrow Denton TX 76205 (940) 349-2468 | 7-12 | 13 | 44 |
| L a Nelson Elementary School 3909 Teasley Ln Denton TX 76210 (940) 369-1400 | PK-5 | 43 | 667 |
| Lee Elementary School 800 Mack Place Denton TX 76201 (940) 369-3500 | KG-5 | 47 | 573 |
| Lester Davis School 1125 Davis St Denton TX 76209 (940) 369-4050 | 1-12 | 10 | 52 |
| Mcmath Middle School 1900 Jason Dr Denton TX 76205 (940) 369-3300 | 6-8 | 59 | 732 |
| Mcnair Elementary School 1212 Hickory Creek Rd Denton TX 76210 (940) 369-3600 | PK-5 | 37 | 510 |
| Newton Rayzor Elementary School 1400 Malone Denton TX 76201 (940) 369-3700 | PK-5 | 51 | 647 |
| Pecan Creek Elementary School 4400 Lakeview Blvd Denton TX 76208 (940) 369-4400 | PK-5 | 51 | 753 |
| Rivera Elementary School 701 Newton St Denton TX 76205 (940) 369-3800 | KG-5 | 44 | 592 |
| Ryan Elementary School 201 West Ryan Rd Denton TX 76210 (940) 369-4600 | PK-5 | 43 | 596 |
| Ryan High School 5101 East Mckinney Denton TX 76208 (940) 369-3000 | 9-12 | 158 | 2,326 |
| Strickland Middle School 324 Windsor St Denton TX 76209 (940) 369-4200 | 6-8 | 63 | 877 |
| The Ann Windle School for Young Children 901 Audra Denton TX 76209 (940) 369-3900 | PK-PK | 21 | 344 |
| Wilson Elementary School 1306 East Windsor St Denton TX 76209 (940) 369-4500 | PK-5 | 44 | 595 |
Teaching in Shady Shores
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Middle 131 Garza Rd Shady Shores TX 76208 (940) 369-1500 | 6-8 | 56 | 731 |
| Olive Stephens Elementary School 133 Garza Rd Shady Shores TX 76208 (940) 369-0800 | PK-5 | 44 | 544 |