ISS -- Iredell-Statesville Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Based on recent publications, over 1,000 teachers and support staff are employed at Iredell-Statesville Schools (ISS). The tables below display administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of North Carolina, due to more localized data not being available. The data is sourced from several 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 table below displays average salary and ranges for teachers that 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 and support staff, including 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 Iredell-Statesville Schools (ISS) is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $14,263 | $12,729 |
| Administrators | $14,604 | $12,997 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Iredell-Statesville Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Iredell-Statesville Schools (ISS). 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 Iredell-Statesville Schools (ISS) per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,318 | 1,342 | 1,291 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 81 | 86 | 86 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 839 | 841 | 778 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 381 | 392 | 412 |
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 | 17 | 16 | 18 |
| Teaching Assistants | 241 | 241 | 216 |
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 Iredell-Statesville Schools (ISS) are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 856 | 856 | 889 |
| District Administrators | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| District Support Staff | 59 | 56 | 64 |
| School Administrators | 70 | 72 | 74 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 104 | 102 | 99 |
| Student Support Staff | 158 | 149 | 175 |
| Other Support Staff | 467 | 464 | 461 |
| Librarians | 30 | 31 | 30 |
| Guidance Counselors | 51 | 53 | 55 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 23 | 24 | 22 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 27 | 28 | 31 |
Iredell-Statesville Schools (ISS) Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Iredell-Statesville Schools (ISS) manages 36 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:
- Mooresville City Schools District (8 Schools)
- Alexander County Schools (10 Schools)
- Catawba County Schools (28 Schools)
- Newton Conover City Schools District (7 Schools)
- Davie County Schools (12 Schools)
Iredell-Statesville Schools Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Cleveland
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cool Spring Elementary School 1969 Mocksville Hwy Cleveland NC 27013 (704) 873-4949 | PK-5 | 26 | 405 |
Teaching in Harmony
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harmony Elementary School 139 Harmony School Rd Harmony NC 28634 (704) 546-2643 | PK-5 | 29 | 434 |
Teaching in Mooresville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brawley Middle School 132 Swift Arrow Dr Mooresville NC 28117 (704) 664-4430 | 6-8 | 40 | 714 |
| Coddle Creek Elementary School 484 Presbyterian Rd Mooresville NC 28115 (704) 696-2540 | PK-5 | 32 | 515 |
| Lake Norman Elementary School 255 Oak Tree Rd Mooresville NC 28117 (704) 662-8261 | PK-5 | 31 | 538 |
| Lake Norman High School 186 Doolie Rd Mooresville NC 28117 (704) 799-8555 | 9-12 | 90 | 1,833 |
| Lakeshore Elementary School 252 Lakeshore School Rd Mooresville NC 28117 (704) 660-5970 | PK-5 | 38 | 619 |
| Lakeshore Middle School 244 Lakeshore School Dr Mooresville NC 28117 (704) 799-0187 | 6-8 | 30 | 531 |
| Mount Mourne Elementary School 1431 Mecklenburg Hwy Mooresville NC 28115 (704) 892-4711 | 6-8 | 32 | 546 |
| Shepherd Elementary School 1748 Charlotte Hwy Mooresville NC 28115 (704) 664-2582 | PK-5 | 28 | 475 |
| Woodland Heights Elementary School 288 Forest Lake Blvd Mooresville NC 28117 (704) 663-1370 | PK-5 | 47 | 797 |
Teaching in Olin
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Iredell High School 156 Raider Rd Olin NC 28660 (704) 876-4191 | 9-12 | 67 | 1,143 |
| North Iredell Middle School 2467 Jennings Rd Olin NC 28660 (704) 876-4802 | 6-8 | 42 | 645 |
Teaching in Statesville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celeste Henkel Elementary School 1503 Old Mountain Rd Statesville NC 28677 (704) 873-7333 | PK-5 | 35 | 582 |
| Central Elementary School 4083 Wilkesboro Hwy Statesville NC 28677 (704) 876-0746 | PK-5 | 19 | 326 |
| Cloverleaf Elementary School 300 James Farm Rd Statesville NC 28625 (704) 978-2111 | PK-5 | 47 | 767 |
| Collaborative College of Technology School 500 West Broad St Statesville NC 28677 (704) 978-5450 | 9-12 | 10 | 201 |
| East Iredell Elementary School 400 East Elementary Rd Statesville NC 28625 (704) 872-9541 | PK-5 | 51 | 787 |
| East Middle School 590 Chestnut Grove Rd Statesville NC 28625 (704) 872-4666 | 6-8 | 35 | 515 |
| Iredell-Statesville Visual & Performing Arts School 474 North Center St Statesville NC 28677 (704) 873-3491 | 9-12 | 12 | 255 |
| Mulberry Street School 435 Monticello Rd Statesville NC 28625 (704) 872-5297 | KG-12 | 11 | 75 |
| N B Mills Elementary School 1410 Pearl St Statesville NC 28677 (704) 873-8498 | PK-5 | 36 | 471 |
| Northview Elementary School 625 Carolina Ave North Statesville NC 28677 (704) 873-7354 | 6-8 | 26 | 420 |
| Pressly Elementary School 222 Knox St Statesville NC 28677 (704) 872-7606 | KG-12 | 8 | 68 |
| Scotts Elementary School 4743 Taylorsville Hwy Statesville NC 28625 (704) 585-6526 | PK-5 | 24 | 380 |
| Sharon Elementary School 880 Sharon Sch Rd Statesville NC 28677 (704) 872-3401 | PK-5 | 19 | 309 |
| South Iredell High School 299 Old Mountain Rd Statesville NC 28677 (704) 528-4536 | 9-12 | 85 | 1,402 |
| Statesville High School 474 North Center St Statesville NC 28677 (704) 873-3491 | 9-12 | 67 | 1,061 |
| Statesville Middle School 321 Clegg St Statesville NC 28677 (704) 872-2135 | 6-8 | 39 | 431 |
| Third Creek Elementary School 361 East Barkley Rd Statesville NC 28677 (704) 873-3002 | PK-5 | 39 | 553 |
| West Iredell High School 213 Warrior Dr Statesville NC 28677 (704) 873-2181 | 9-12 | 56 | 894 |
| West Iredell Middle School 303 Watermelon Rd Statesville NC 28677 (704) 873-2887 | 6-8 | 42 | 744 |
Teaching in Troutman
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Academy and Technical School 350 Old Murdock Rd Troutman NC 28166 (704) 978-2791 | 9-12 | 9 | 25 |
| Troutman Elementary School 220 South Main St Troutman NC 28166 (704) 528-4526 | PK-5 | 46 | 721 |
| Troutman Middle School 305 Rumple St Troutman NC 28166 (704) 528-5137 | 6-8 | 24 | 407 |
Teaching in Union Grove
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Grove Elementary School 1314 Sloans Mill Rd Union Grove NC 28689 (704) 539-4354 | PK-5 | 16 | 269 |