Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 1,000 educators and nineteen thousand students that are enrolled at the 33 schools operated by HCISD. The HCISD administration and teacher salary data presented in the tables below are taken from several government and organizational agencies as noted below each of the data tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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HCISD Teacher Salary Details
The following table displays the average salary for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Brownsville-Harlingen and surrounding areas. 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 | $34,140 | $22,500-$58,880 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $55,640 | $46,640 - $60,460 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $56,250 | $48,060 - $62,980 |
| Middle School Teacher | $55,730 | $48,670 - $60,550 |
| High School Teacher | $55,130 | $47,050 - $61,570 |
| PE Teacher | $42,010 | $18,170 - $75,350 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Brownsville-Harlingen, 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 the average salary for special education teachers that work for HCISD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $55,180 | $50,110 - $59,690 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Brownsville-Harlingen, 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 for the Brownsville-Harlingen area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $51,460 | $29,750-$71,920 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $82,620 | $62,070 - $100,990 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $60,060 | $38,010 - $74,260 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Brownsville-Harlingen, 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 HCISD is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Texas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $9,160 | $7,930 |
| Administrators | $5,845 | $6,477 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by HCISD. 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 HCISD per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,176 | 1,204 | 1,214 |
| Preschool Teachers | 29 | 28 | 37 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 70 | 73 | 87 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 474 | 482 | 477 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 493 | 513 | 520 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 109 | 107 | 93 |
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 | 327 | 333 | 325 |
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 HCISD are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,003 | 1,003 | 1,061 |
| District Administrators | 9 | 10 | 9 |
| District Support Staff | 82 | 85 | 88 |
| School Administrators | 83 | 84 | 90 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 98 | 101 | 107 |
| Student Support Staff | 78 | 82 | 80 |
| Other Support Staff | 611 | 642 | 686 |
| Librarians | 20 | 24 | 24 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 15 | 14 |
| Guidance Counselors | 56 | 57 | 59 |
| Other School Counselors | 56 | 57 | 59 |
HCISD Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, HCISD operates 33 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:
- San Benito Consolidated Independent School District (23 Schools)
- Rio Hondo Independent School District (ISD) (5 Schools)
- La Feria Independent School District (ISD) (8 Schools)
- Santa Rosa Independent School District (ISD) (5 Schools)
- Santa Maria Independent School District (ISD) (6 Schools)
Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Combes
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dishman Elementary School 309 Madeley Combes TX 78535 (956) 427-3100 |
PK-5 | 31 | 472 |
| Southwest Key School 23011 Rio Rancho Combes TX 78535 (956) 421-2034 |
8-9 | 1 | 29 |
Teaching in Harlingen
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Elementary School 700 East Austin Ave Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3060 |
PK-5 | 25 | 414 |
| Ben Milam Elementary School 1215 Rangerville Rd Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3150 |
PK-5 | 27 | 483 |
| Bonham Elementary School 2400 East Jefferson Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3070 |
PK-5 | 42 | 711 |
| Bowie Elementary School 309 West Lincoln Ave Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3080 |
PK-5 | 24 | 401 |
| Coakley Middle School 1402 South 6th St Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3000 |
6-8 | 65 | 848 |
| Crockett Elementary School 1406 West Jefferson St Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3090 |
PK-5 | 24 | 402 |
| Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School 8402 West Wilson Rd Harlingen TX 78552 (956) 430-4060 |
PK-5 | 48 | 793 |
| Early College High School 2510 Pecan Bldg R Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 430-9690 |
9-12 | 14 | 308 |
| Edna Tamayo House School 1438 North 7th Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 425-6567 |
8-11 | 3 | 16 |
| Gutierrez Middle School 3205 West Wilson Rd Harlingen TX 78552 (956) 430-4400 |
6-8 | 56 | 777 |
| Harlingen High School 1201 East Marshall Ave Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3600 |
9-12 | 134 | 1,896 |
| Harlingen High School - South 1701 Dixieland Rd Harlingen TX 78552 (956) 427-3800 |
9-12 | 113 | 1,514 |
| Houston Elementary School 301 East Taft Ave Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3110 |
PK-5 | 30 | 481 |
| Jefferson Elementary School 601 South J St Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3120 |
PK-5 | 22 | 346 |
| Keys Academy 2809 North 7th St Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3220 |
PK-12 | 14 | 164 |
| Lamar Elementary School 1100 Mclarry Rd Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3130 |
PK-5 | 37 | 667 |
| Lee H Means Elementary School 1204 East Loop 499 Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3377 |
PK-5 | 35 | 569 |
| Long Elementary School 2601 North 7th Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3140 |
PK-5 | 41 | 671 |
| Memorial Middle School 310 North 13th St Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3020 |
6-8 | 56 | 806 |
| Moises Vela Middle School 801 South Palm Blvd Harlingen TX 78552 (956) 427-3479 |
6-8 | 55 | 838 |
| New 9th Grade Campus 1701 Lozano Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 430-4900 |
9-9 | 80 | 1,264 |
| Secondary Alternative Center School 1310 Sam Houston Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3210 |
6-12 | 7 | 83 |
| Stuart Place Elementary School 6701 Business Hwy 83 Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3160 |
PK-5 | 40 | 742 |
| Travis Elementary School 600 East Polk Ave Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3170 |
PK-5 | 29 | 428 |
| Treasure Hills Elementary School 2525 Haine Dr Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3180 |
PK-5 | 48 | 811 |
| Vernon Middle School 125 South 13th St Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3040 |
6-8 | 58 | 736 |
| Wilson Elementary School 16495 Primera Rd Harlingen TX 78552 (956) 427-3190 |
PK-5 | 31 | 481 |
| Zavala Elementary School 1111 North B St Harlingen TX 78550 (956) 427-3200 |
PK-5 | 26 | 400 |