Desoto 73 School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
According to published data more than 200 teachers and support staff are employed at Desoto 73 School District. The tables below display faculty and teacher salaries at Desoto 73 School District. The data is obtained from several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Desoto 73 School District Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists average salary ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the St. Louis 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $40,290 | $29,990-$54,010 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $65,140 | $48,750 - $89,020 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,020 | $47,210 - $83,750 |
| Middle School Teacher | $69,120 | $48,860 - $100,160 |
| High School Teacher | $68,400 | $47,630 - $98,540 |
| PE Teacher | $48,660 | $28,960 - $76,640 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: St. Louis, 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 average salary ranges for special education teachers that work for Desoto 73 School District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $40,290 | $29,990-$54,010 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $66,340 | $47,140 - $97,540 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: St. Louis, 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 and support staff for the St. Louis area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $59,380 | $38,880-$86,390 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $110,960 | $77,170 - $149,860 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $63,860 | $45,400 - $91,530 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: St. Louis, 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 Desoto 73 School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Missouri | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $15,889 | $12,926 |
| Administrators | $32,444 | $29,579 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Desoto 73 School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Desoto 73 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 Desoto 73 School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 199 | 197 | 199 |
| Preschool Teachers | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 12 | 13 | 14 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 91 | 93 | 92 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 87 | 83 | 84 |
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 | 41 | 38 | 40 |
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 Desoto 73 School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 109 | 109 | 107 |
| District Support Staff | 25 | 22 | 23 |
| Other Support Staff | 62 | 67 | 65 |
Desoto 73 School District Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Desoto 73 School District has 5 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:
- Hillsboro R-III School District (6 Schools)
- Grandview R-Ii School District (3 Schools)
- Kingston K-14 School District (4 Schools)
- Festus R-VI School District (4 Schools)
- Jefferson County R-VII School District (4 Schools)
Desoto 73 School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athena Elementary School 3775 Athena School Rd Desoto MO 63020 (636) 586-1020 | KG-6 | 48 | 664 |
| Desoto Jr. High School 731 Amvets Dr Desoto MO 63020 (636) 586-1030 | 7-8 | 30 | 473 |
| Desoto Sr. High School 815 Amvets Dr Desoto MO 63020 (636) 586-1050 | 9-12 | 54 | 946 |
| Early Childhood Center School 1812 Rock Rd Desoto MO 63020 (636) 586-1040 | PK-PK | 10 | 173 |
| Vineland Elementary School 650 Vineland School Rd Desoto MO 63020 (636) 586-1010 | KG-6 | 57 | 853 |