Lathrop R-Ii School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
According to published data more than seventy educators are employed at Lathrop R-Ii School District. The Lathrop R-Ii School District district's salary details presented in the following tables are taken from several government and organizational agencies as noted under each salary table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Lathrop R-Ii School District Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists the average salary for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Kansas City 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 | $41,010 | $29,740-$56,090 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $61,300 | $48,290 - $79,010 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,540 | $48,120 - $78,940 |
| Middle School Teacher | $65,290 | $48,460 - $82,050 |
| High School Teacher | $62,830 | $48,820 - $78,940 |
| PE Teacher | $52,850 | $15,080 - $81,270 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Kansas City, 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 the average salary for special education teachers that work for Lathrop R-Ii School District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $41,010 | $29,740-$56,090 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $61,950 | $46,400 - $79,030 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Kansas City, 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, counselors, and librarians for the Kansas City area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $62,660 | $39,590-$91,000 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $109,210 | $79,560 - $132,180 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $62,090 | $45,940 - $79,020 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Kansas City, 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 Lathrop R-Ii School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Missouri | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $12,564 | $12,926 |
| Administrators | $29,667 | $29,579 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Lathrop R-Ii School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Lathrop R-Ii 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 Lathrop R-Ii School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 67 | 71 | 72 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 27 | 29 | 29 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 34 | 37 | 36 |
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 | 12 | 14 | 13 |
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 Lathrop R-Ii School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 34 | 34 | 37 |
| Other Support Staff | 19 | 17 | 20 |
Lathrop R-Ii School District Schools
We have listed the 3 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by Lathrop R-Ii School District in the list 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:
- Clinton County R-III School District (3 Schools)
- Lawson R-XIV School District (3 Schools)
- Kearney R-I School District (7 Schools)
- Cameron R-I School District (4 Schools)
- Osborn R-O School District (2 Schools)
Lathrop R-Ii School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lathrop Elementary School 700 Center Lathrop MO 64465 (816) 528-7700 | PK-5 | 36 | 448 |
| Lathrop High School 102 North School Dr Lathrop MO 64465 (816) 528-7400 | 9-12 | 21 | 264 |
| Lathrop Middle School 612 Center Lathrop MO 64465 (816) 528-7600 | 6-8 | 15 | 229 |