HCPS -- Harford County Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
It is estimated that over 3,000 teachers are employed at HCPS. The tables below provide teacher salaries at HCPS. The data has been taken from multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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HCPS Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists average salary and ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Baltimore-Towson local 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 | $40,800 | $27,970-$73,020 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $64,960 | $42,920 - $103,020 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $69,970 | $48,510 - $99,140 |
| Middle School Teacher | $67,620 | $48,410 - $96,890 |
| High School Teacher | $71,370 | $48,990 - $97,780 |
| PE Teacher | $62,170 | $27,460 - $109,680 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Baltimore-Towson, 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 lists average salary and ranges for special education teachers are employed by HCPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $71,430 | $40,860 - $102,110 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Baltimore-Towson, 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, including counselors and librarians for the Baltimore-Towson area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $55,000 | $32,140-$80,970 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $120,760 | $80,290 - $160,540 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $68,320 | $46,720 - $98,000 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Baltimore-Towson, 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 HCPS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Maryland | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $31,116 | $29,430 |
| Administrators | $11,958 | $26,436 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Harford County Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by HCPS. 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 HCPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 2,752 | 2,703 | 2,811 |
| Preschool Teachers | 21 | 21 | 20 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 154 | 153 | 147 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 1,402 | 1,370 | 1,436 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 1,176 | 1,159 | 1,208 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervisors & Coordinators | 63 | 64 | 67 |
| Teaching Assistants | 361 | 347 | 355 |
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 HCPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,859 | 1,859 | 2,015 |
| District Administrators | 120 | 120 | 118 |
| District Support Staff | 96 | 92 | 99 |
| School Administrators | 163 | 163 | 164 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 533 | 528 | 603 |
| Student Support Staff | 188 | 194 | 209 |
| Other Support Staff | 760 | 764 | 822 |
| Librarians | 63 | 63 | 64 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 48 | 49 |
| Guidance Counselors | 102 | 101 | 101 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 50 | 50 | 52 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 53 | 52 | 50 |
HCPS Schools
We have listed the 54 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by HCPS 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:
- Baltimore County Public Schools (174 Schools)
- Baltimore City Public Schools (195 Schools)
- Cecil County Public Schools (29 Schools)
- Kent County School District (7 Schools)
- Carroll County Public Schools (47 Schools)
Harford County Public Schools Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
Click on the city name to see the list of schools in that city.
- Aberdeen (6)
- Abingdon (3)
- Bel Air (16)
- Belcamp (1)
- Churchville (1)
- Darlington (1)
- Edgewood (4)
- Fallston (3)
- Forest Hill (2)
- Havre De Grace (5)
- Jarrettsville (2)
- Joppa (5)
- Pylesville (3)
- Street (1)
- White Hall (1)
Teaching in Aberdeen
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen High School 251 Paradise Rd Aberdeen MD 21001 (410) 273-5500 |
9-12 | 100 | 1,418 |
| Aberdeen Middle School 111 Mount Royal Ave Aberdeen MD 21001 (410) 273-5510 |
6-8 | 82 | 1,115 |
| Alternative Center School 253 Paradise Rd Aberdeen MD 21001 (410) 273-5594 |
7-12 | 23 | 81 |
| Bakerfield Elementary School 36 Baker St Aberdeen MD 21001 (410) 273-5518 |
PK-5 | 31 | 392 |
| G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale School 810 Edmund St Aberdeen MD 21001 (410) 273-5530 |
PK-5 | 31 | 425 |
| Halls Cross Roads Elementary School 203 East Bel Air Ave Aberdeen MD 21001 (410) 273-5524 |
PK-5 | 38 | 507 |
Teaching in Abingdon
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abingdon Elementary School 399 Singer Rd Abingdon MD 21009 (410) 638-3910 |
PK-5 | 56 | 832 |
| William Paca / Old Post Road Elementary School 2706 Old Philadelphia Rd Abingdon MD 21009 (410) 612-1566 |
PK-5 | 60 | 805 |
| William S. James Elementary School 1 Laurentum Pkw Abingdon MD 21009 (410) 638-3900 |
KG-5 | 31 | 421 |
Teaching in Bel Air
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Air Elementary School 30 East Lee St Bel Air MD 21014 (410) 638-4160 |
PK-5 | 32 | 516 |
| Bel Air High School 100 Heighe St Bel Air MD 21014 (410) 638-4600 |
9-12 | 99 | 1,655 |
| Bel Air Middle School 99 Idlewild St Bel Air MD 21014 (410) 638-4140 |
6-8 | 79 | 1,285 |
| C. Milton Wright High School 1301 North Fountain Green Rd Bel Air MD 21015 (410) 638-4110 |
9-12 | 107 | 1,401 |
| Emmorton Elementary School 2502 Tollgate Rd Bel Air MD 21014 (410) 638-3920 |
KG-5 | 36 | 551 |
| Fountain Green Elementary School 517 Fountain Green Rd Bel Air MD 21015 (410) 638-4220 |
KG-5 | 37 | 521 |
| Harford Technical High School 200 Thomas Run Rd Bel Air MD 21015 (410) 638-3804 |
9-12 | 73 | 1,012 |
| Hickory Elementary School 2100 Conowingo Rd Bel Air MD 21014 (410) 638-4170 |
KG-5 | 50 | 687 |
| Homestead / Wakefield Elementary School 900 South Main St Bel Air MD 21014 (410) 638-4175 |
PK-5 | 59 | 900 |
| John Archer School 100 Thomas Run Rd Bel Air MD 21015 (410) 638-3810 |
PK-12 | 57 | 112 |
| Patterson Mill High School 85 Patterson Mill Rd Bel Air MD 21015 (410) 638-4640 |
9-12 | 62 | 919 |
| Patterson Mill Middle School 85 Patterson Mill Rd Bel Air MD 21015 (410) 638-4640 |
6-8 | 46 | 684 |
| Prospect Mill Elementary School 101 Prospect Mill Rd Bel Air MD 21015 (410) 638-3817 |
PK-5 | 43 | 558 |
| Red Pump Elementary School 600 Red Pump Rd Bel Air MD 21014 (410) 809-6244 |
KG-5 | 45 | 688 |
| Ring Factory Elementary School 1400 Emmorton Rd Bel Air MD 21014 (410) 638-4186 |
KG-5 | 38 | 557 |
| Southampton Middle School 1200 Moores Mill Rd Bel Air MD 21014 (410) 638-4150 |
6-8 | 86 | 1,261 |
Teaching in Belcamp
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Creek Elementary School 4299 Church Creek Rd Belcamp MD 21017 (410) 273-5550 |
PK-5 | 51 | 787 |
Teaching in Churchville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchville Elementary School 2935 Level Rd Churchville MD 21028 (410) 638-3800 |
KG-5 | 27 | 378 |
Teaching in Darlington
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darlington Elementary School 2119 Shuresville Rd Darlington MD 21034 (410) 638-3700 |
KG-5 | 13 | 131 |
Teaching in Edgewood
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deerfield Elementary School 2307 Willoughby Beach Rd Edgewood MD 21040 (410) 612-1535 |
PK-5 | 53 | 803 |
| Edgewood Elementary School 2100 Cedar Dr Edgewood MD 21040 (410) 612-1540 |
PK-5 | 33 | 421 |
| Edgewood High School 2415 Willoughby Beach Rd Edgewood MD 21040 (410) 612-1500 |
9-12 | 98 | 1,280 |
| Edgewood Middle School 2311 Willoughby Beach Rd Edgewood MD 21040 (410) 612-1518 |
6-8 | 90 | 1,103 |
Teaching in Fallston
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fallston High School 2301 Carrs Mill Rd Fallston MD 21047 (410) 638-4120 |
9-12 | 81 | 1,072 |
| Fallston Middle School 2303 Carrs Mill Rd Fallston MD 21047 (410) 638-4129 |
6-8 | 60 | 874 |
| Youths Benefit Elementary School 1901 Fallston Rd Fallston MD 21047 (410) 638-4190 |
KG-5 | 62 | 961 |
Teaching in Forest Hill
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Elementary School 2407 Rocks Rd Forest Hill MD 21050 (410) 638-4166 |
KG-5 | 35 | 492 |
| Forest Lakes Elementary School 100 Osborne Parkway Forest Hill MD 21050 (410) 638-4262 |
KG-5 | 30 | 482 |
Teaching in Havre De Grace
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Havre De Grace Elementary School 600 Juniata St Havre De Grace MD 21078 (410) 939-6616 |
PK-5 | 34 | 402 |
| Havre De Grace High School 700 Congress Ave Havre De Grace MD 21078 (410) 939-6600 |
9-12 | 57 | 583 |
| Havre De Grace Middle School 401 Lewis Ln Havre De Grace MD 21078 (410) 939-6608 |
6-8 | 43 | 541 |
| Meadowvale Elementary School 910 Grace View Dr Havre De Grace MD 21078 (410) 939-6622 |
PK-5 | 37 | 551 |
| Roye-Williams Elementary School 201 Oakington Rd Havre De Grace MD 21078 (410) 273-5536 |
PK-5 | 36 | 540 |
Teaching in Jarrettsville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jarrettsville Elementary School 3818 Norrisville Rd Jarrettsville MD 21084 (410) 692-7800 |
KG-5 | 34 | 460 |
| North Bend Elementary School 1445 North Bend Rd Jarrettsville MD 21084 (410) 692-7815 |
PK-5 | 31 | 360 |
Teaching in Joppa
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joppatowne Elementary School 407 Trimble Rd Joppa MD 21085 (410) 612-1546 |
PK-5 | 42 | 596 |
| Joppatowne High School 555 Joppa Farm Rd Joppa MD 21085 (410) 612-1510 |
9-12 | 76 | 761 |
| Magnolia Elementary School 901 Trimble Rd Joppa MD 21085 (410) 612-1553 |
PK-5 | 36 | 490 |
| Magnolia Middle School 299 Fort Hoyle Rd Joppa MD 21085 (410) 612-1525 |
6-8 | 63 | 715 |
| Riverside Elementary School 211 Stillmeadow Dr Joppa MD 21085 (410) 612-1560 |
PK-5 | 38 | 520 |
Teaching in Pylesville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Harford Elementary School 120 Pylesville Rd Pylesville MD 21132 (410) 638-3670 |
PK-5 | 29 | 421 |
| North Harford High School 211 Pylesville Rd Pylesville MD 21132 (410) 638-3650 |
9-12 | 96 | 1,358 |
| North Harford Middle School 112 Pylesville Rd Pylesville MD 21132 (410) 638-3658 |
6-8 | 77 | 974 |
Teaching in Street
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Elementary School 1527 Whiteford Rd Street MD 21154 (410) 638-3703 |
PK-5 | 20 | 301 |
Teaching in White Hall
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norrisville Elementary School 5302 Norrisville Rd White Hall MD 21161 (410) 692-7810 |
KG-5 | 18 | 182 |