Fordland R-III School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Fordland R-III School District has more than 600 students and 50 teachers. The tables below detail teacher salaries at Fordland R-III School District. 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.
Fordland R-III School District Teacher Salary Details
The table below displays average salary ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Springfield 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 | $36,340 | $28,600-$50,540 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $52,790 | $39,850 - $73,640 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $54,100 | $40,280 - $71,910 |
| Middle School Teacher | $54,790 | $40,380 - $71,980 |
| High School Teacher | $60,070 | $45,870 - $74,590 |
| PE Teacher | $53,640 | $28,600 - $83,980 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Springfield, 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 ranges for special education teachers that work for Fordland R-III School District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $53,690 | $42,430 - $72,480 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Springfield, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Springfield area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $46,420 | $29,880-$59,470 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $100,240 | $75,810 - $132,640 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $58,470 | $42,030 - $93,640 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Springfield, 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 Fordland R-III School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Missouri | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $9,847 | $12,926 |
| Administrators | $23,667 | $29,579 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Fordland R-III School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Fordland R-III 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 Fordland R-III School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 48 | 49 | 50 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 27 | 27 | 28 |
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 | 19 | 21 | 15 |
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 Fordland R-III School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Other Support Staff | 20 | 12 | 12 |
Fordland R-III School District Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Fordland R-III School District has 3 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:
- Logan-Rogersville R-VIII School District (5 Schools)
- Seymour R-Ii School District (3 Schools)
- Strafford R-VI School District (3 Schools)
- Marshfield R-I School District (5 Schools)
- Sparta R-III School District (3 Schools)
Fordland R-III School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fordland Elementary School 252 North Center St Fordland MO 65652 (417) 738-2223 | PK-5 | 23 | 290 |
| Fordland High School 1248 School St Fordland MO 65652 (417) 738-2212 | 9-12 | 18 | 172 |
| Fordland Middle School 1230 School St Fordland MO 65652 (417) 738-2119 | 6-8 | 9 | 140 |