Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
ECPPS operates 12 schools with just over 400 teachers. The tables below display teacher and administration salaries for the entire state of North Carolina, due to more localized data not being available. The data is obtained from multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
North Carolina Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, the following table details average salary and ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of North Carolina. 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 | $37,340 | $28,700-$47,530 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $53,120 | $40,760 - $63,620 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $54,070 | $45,570 - $62,590 |
| Middle School Teacher | $53,350 | $44,660 - $61,770 |
| High School Teacher | $55,760 | $45,430 - $64,460 |
| PE Teacher | $56,720 | $25,130 - $87,060 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of North Carolina, 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 and ranges for special education teachers in North Carolina.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $37,340 | $28,700-$47,530 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $57,160 | $44,720 - $73,990 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of North Carolina, 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, counselors, and librarians for the state of North Carolina below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $60,880 | $38,480-$89,120 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $90,740 | $63,240 - $121,380 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $56,710 | $40,400 - $74,070 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of North Carolina, 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 ECPPS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $13,211 | $12,730 |
| Administrators | $13,943 | $12,997 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by ECPPS. 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 ECPPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 440 | 399 | 385 |
| Preschool Teachers | 10 | 10 | 9 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 28 | 31 | 28 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 259 | 239 | 216 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 139 | 117 | 128 |
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 | 121 | 107 | 102 |
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 ECPPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 250 | 250 | 252 |
| District Support Staff | 26 | 25 | 24 |
| School Administrators | 20 | 20 | 21 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 28 | 29 | 29 |
| Student Support Staff | 36 | 35 | 34 |
| Other Support Staff | 133 | 134 | 137 |
| Librarians | 11 | 11 | 12 |
| Guidance Counselors | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 9 | 9 | 9 |
ECPPS Schools
We have listed the 12 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by ECPPS in the list 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:
- Camden County Schools District (5 Schools)
- Perquimans County Schools District (4 Schools)
- Currituck County Schools District (10 Schools)
- Tyrrell County Schools District (3 Schools)
- Edenton-chowan Schools District (4 Schools)
Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Elementary School 1059 Us Hwy 17 Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 335-4305 | KG-5 | 23 | 376 |
| Elizabeth City Middle School 1066 Northside Rd Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 335-2974 | 6-8 | 38 | 627 |
| H L Trigg Community School 1004 Parkview Dr Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 335-1765 | 6-12 | 11 | 88 |
| J C Sawyer Elementary School 1007 Park St Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 338-1012 | KG-5 | 27 | 429 |
| Northeastern High School 963 Oak Stump Rd Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 335-2932 | 9-12 | 56 | 810 |
| Northside Elementary School 1062 Northside Rd Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 335-2033 | KG-5 | 34 | 552 |
| P W Moore Elementary School 606 Roanoke Ave Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 338-5000 | KG-5 | 27 | 371 |
| Pasquotank County High School 1064 Northside Rd Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 337-6880 | 9-12 | 48 | 742 |
| Pasquotank Elementary School 1407 Peartree Rd Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 335-4205 | KG-5 | 24 | 337 |
| River Road Middle School 1701 River Rd Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 333-1454 | 6-8 | 40 | 638 |
| Sheep-Harney Elementary School 200 West Elizabeth St Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 335-4303 | PK-5 | 33 | 395 |
| Weeksville Elementary School 1170 Salem Church Rd Elizabeth City NC 27909 (252) 330-2606 | KG-5 | 21 | 323 |