Ferndale Public Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
It is estimated that over 200 teachers are employed at Ferndale Public Schools District. The tables below display school administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of Michigan, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been gathered through several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Michigan Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table details average salary and ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Michigan. 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 | $39,730 | $30,310-$50,720 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $66,710 | $39,070 - $95,320 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $69,000 | $47,670 - $94,680 |
| Middle School Teacher | $68,160 | $46,530 - $95,370 |
| High School Teacher | $71,200 | $47,830 - $98,720 |
| PE Teacher | $62,080 | $25,960 - $101,970 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Michigan, 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 Michigan.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $39,730 | $30,310-$50,720 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $75,380 | $48,720 - $100,370 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Michigan, 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 Michigan below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $58,870 | $38,670-$82,630 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $107,240 | $77,340 - $134,430 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $62,900 | $42,380 - $89,280 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Michigan, 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 Ferndale Public Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $28,870 | $27,288 |
| Administrators | $14,529 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Ferndale Public Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Ferndale Public Schools 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 Ferndale Public Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 197 | 189 | 186 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 43 | 44 | 45 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 90 | 86 | 84 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 50 | 46 | 45 |
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 | 39 | 38 | 38 |
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 Ferndale Public Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 200 | 200 | 187 |
| District Administrators | 7 | 9 | 10 |
| School Administrators | 11 | 16 | 13 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 45 | 44 | 38 |
| Student Support Staff | 29 | 28 | 28 |
| Other Support Staff | 113 | 101 | 96 |
Ferndale Public Schools District Schools
We have listed the 8 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by Ferndale Public Schools 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:
- Madison Public Schools (oakland) District (6 Schools)
- Hazel Park City School District (21 Schools)
- Oak Park City School District (9 Schools)
- Fitzgerald Public Schools District (6 Schools)
- Berkley School District (8 Schools)
Ferndale Public Schools District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Ferndale
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coolidge Intermediate School 2521 Bermuda St Ferndale MI 48220 (248) 547-1700 | 4-6 | 19 | 302 |
| Digital Learning Center 427 Allen St Ferndale MI 48220 (248) 541-4855 | 9-12 | 17 | 554 |
| Ferndale High School 881 Pinecrest Dr Ferndale MI 48220 (248) 548-8622 | 9-12 | 40 | 741 |
| Ferndale Middle School 725 Pinecrest Dr Ferndale MI 48220 (248) 541-1783 | 7-8 | 21 | 339 |
| Roosevelt Primary School 2610 Pinecrest Dr Ferndale MI 48220 (248) 548-1950 | KG-3 | 24 | 389 |
| University High School 1244 Paxton St Ferndale MI 48220 (248) 586-8846 | 9-12 | 23 | 426 |
Teaching in Oak Park
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| John F. Kennedy School 24220 Rosewood St Oak Park MI 48237 (248) 547-0880 | KG-6 | 23 | 397 |