LPS -- Lincoln Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 3,000 educators and thirty nine thousand students that are enrolled at the 71 schools operated by Lincoln Public Schools (LPS). The tables below provide teacher and administration salaries at Lincoln Public Schools (LPS). The data has been gathered through a number of sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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LPS Teacher Salary Details
The table below lists the average salary for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Lincoln 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 | $32,300 | $27,730-$49,040 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $55,520 | $49,050 - $65,830 |
| Middle School Teacher | $58,000 | $50,290 - $73,450 |
| High School Teacher | $58,930 | $50,380 - $73,990 |
| PE Teacher | $75,980 | $23,210 - $208,400 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Lincoln, SOC Codes: 25-2011, 25-2012, 25-2021, 25-2022, 25-2031, 27-2022, 25-3098, 25-9041
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff for the Lincoln area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $60,950 | $35,980-$95,340 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $115,520 | $97,400 - $126,330 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $77,150 | $46,380 - $98,000 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Lincoln, 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 Lincoln Public Schools (LPS) is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Nebraska | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $14,826 | $16,792 |
| Administrators | $14,464 | $777 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Lincoln Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Lincoln Public Schools (LPS). 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 Lincoln Public Schools (LPS) per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 2,549 | 2,647 | 2,748 |
| Preschool Teachers | - | 83 | 98 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 1,873 | 1,875 | 1,943 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 676 | 690 | 707 |
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 | 157 | 38 | 17 |
| Teaching Assistants | 577 | 546 | 566 |
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 Lincoln Public Schools (LPS) are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,860 | 1,860 | 1,876 |
| District Administrators | 30 | 32 | 34 |
| District Support Staff | 80 | 77 | 76 |
| School Administrators | 102 | 107 | 106 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 205 | 203 | 205 |
| Student Support Staff | 212 | 206 | 223 |
| Other Support Staff | 1,226 | 1,235 | 1,232 |
| Librarians | 56 | 53 | 55 |
| Guidance Counselors | 68 | 65 | 64 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 35 | 33 | 32 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 33 | 32 | 31 |
Lincoln Public Schools (LPS) Schools
We have listed the 71 schools and their contact information, which is managed by Lincoln Public Schools (LPS) in the list below. To view additional information about each school click on the school link.
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Lincoln Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Elementary School 7401 Jacobs Creek Dr Lincoln NE 68512 (402) 436-1121 |
PK-5 | 43 | 758 |
| Arnold Elementary School 5000 Mike Scholl St Lincoln NE 68524 (402) 436-1120 |
PK-5 | 57 | 747 |
| Beattie Elementary School 1901 Calvert St Lincoln NE 68502 (402) 436-1123 |
PK-5 | 26 | 383 |
| Belmont Elementary School 3425 North 14th St Lincoln NE 68521 (402) 436-1124 |
PK-5 | 54 | 694 |
| Brownell Elementary School 6000 Aylesworth Ave Lincoln NE 68505 (402) 436-1127 |
PK-5 | 28 | 350 |
| C Culler Middle School 5201 Vine St Lincoln NE 68504 (402) 436-1210 |
6-8 | 52 | 663 |
| Calvert Elementary School 3709 South 46th St Lincoln NE 68506 (402) 436-1130 |
PK-5 | 32 | 397 |
| Campbell Elementary School 2200 Dodge St Lincoln NE 68521 (402) 436-1129 |
PK-5 | 51 | 737 |
| Cavett Elementary School 7701 South 36th St Lincoln NE 68516 (402) 436-1131 |
PK-5 | 43 | 735 |
| Clinton Elementary School 1520 North 29th St Lincoln NE 68503 (402) 436-1132 |
PK-5 | 46 | 541 |
| Dawes Middle School 5130 Colfax St Lincoln NE 68504 (402) 436-1211 |
6-8 | 40 | 437 |
| Eastridge Elementary School 6245 L St Lincoln NE 68510 (402) 436-1135 |
PK-5 | 22 | 264 |
| Ecse - Homebased School 300 South 48th St Lincoln NE 68510 (402) 436-1907 |
PK-PK | 15 | 433 |
| Elliott Elementary School 225 South 25th St Lincoln NE 68510 (402) 436-1136 |
PK-5 | 45 | 417 |
| Everett Elementary School 1123 C St Lincoln NE 68502 (402) 436-1159 |
PK-5 | 47 | 475 |
| Fredstrom Elementary School 5700 North West 10th Lincoln NE 68521 (402) 436-1140 |
PK-5 | 33 | 489 |
| Goodrich Middle School 4600 Lewis Ave Lincoln NE 68521 (402) 436-1213 |
6-8 | 53 | 664 |
| Hartley Elementary School 730 North 33rd St Lincoln NE 68503 (402) 436-1139 |
PK-5 | 31 | 372 |
| Holmes Elementary School 5230 Sumner St Lincoln NE 68506 (402) 436-1143 |
PK-5 | 32 | 394 |
| Humann Elementary School 6720 Rockwood Ln Lincoln NE 68516 (402) 436-1145 |
PK-5 | 39 | 587 |
| Huntington Elementary School 2900 North 46th St Lincoln NE 68504 (402) 436-1144 |
PK-5 | 40 | 481 |
| Infant Toddler at Bryan Community School 300 South 48th St Lincoln NE 68510 (402) 436-1308 |
PK-PK | 2 | 15 |
| Infant Toddler at Lincoln High School 2229 J St Lincoln NE 68510 (402) 436-1301 |
PK-PK | 2 | 7 |
| Infant Toddler at Lincoln North Star High School 5801 North 33 St Lincoln NE 68504 (402) 436-1305 |
PK-PK | 1 | 6 |
| Infant Toddler at Lincoln Northeast High School 2635 North 63 St Lincoln NE 68507 (402) 436-1303 |
PK-PK | 1 | 7 |
| Irving Middle School 2745 South 22nd St Lincoln NE 68502 (402) 436-1214 |
6-8 | 59 | 822 |
| Kahoa Elementary School 7700 Leighton St Lincoln NE 68507 (402) 436-1147 |
PK-5 | 38 | 560 |
| Kloefkorn Elementary 6601 Glass Ridge Dr Lincoln NE 68526 (402) 436-1148 |
PK-5 | 25 | 397 |
| Kooser Elementary School 7301 North 13th St Lincoln NE 68521 (402) 436-1146 |
PK-5 | 49 | 733 |
| Lakeview Elementary School 300 Capitol Beach Blvd Lincoln NE 68528 (402) 436-1149 |
PK-5 | 34 | 378 |
| Lefler Middle School 1100 South 48th St Lincoln NE 68510 (402) 436-1215 |
6-8 | 50 | 612 |
| Lincoln East High School 1000 South 70th St Lincoln NE 68510 (402) 436-1302 |
9-12 | 93 | 1,490 |
| Lincoln High School 2229 J St Lincoln NE 68510 (402) 436-1301 |
9-12 | 117 | 1,597 |
| Lincoln Northeast High School 2635 North 63rd St Lincoln NE 68507 (402) 436-1303 |
9-12 | 104 | 1,473 |
| Lincoln Southeast High School 2930 South 37th St Lincoln NE 68506 (402) 436-1304 |
9-12 | 122 | 2,010 |
| Lux Middle School 7800 High St Lincoln NE 68506 (402) 436-1220 |
6-8 | 65 | 1,024 |
| Maxey Elementary School 5200 South 75th St Lincoln NE 68516 (402) 436-1153 |
PK-5 | 35 | 596 |
| Mc Phee Elementary School 820 Goodhue Blvd Lincoln NE 68508 (402) 436-1150 |
PK-5 | 26 | 291 |
| Meadow Lane Elementary School 7200 Vine St Lincoln NE 68505 (402) 436-1151 |
PK-5 | 36 | 518 |
| Mickle Middle School 2500 North 67th St Lincoln NE 68507 (402) 436-1216 |
6-8 | 48 | 625 |
| Morley Elementary School 6800 Monterey Dr Lincoln NE 68506 (402) 436-1154 |
PK-5 | 37 | 573 |
| North Star High School 5801 North 33rd St Lincoln NE 68504 (402) 436-1305 |
9-12 | 126 | 1,967 |
| Norwood Park Elementary School 4710 North 72nd St Lincoln NE 68507 (402) 436-1155 |
PK-5 | 20 | 219 |
| Pact School 949 West Bond St Lincoln NE 68524 (402) 436-1989 |
PK-PK | 1 | 5 |
| Park Middle School 855 South 8th St Lincoln NE 68508 (402) 436-1212 |
6-8 | 70 | 765 |
| Pershing Elementary School 6402 Judson St Lincoln NE 68507 (402) 436-1160 |
PK-5 | 33 | 378 |
| Pound Middle School 4740 South 45th St Lincoln NE 68516 (402) 436-1217 |
6-8 | 53 | 837 |
| Prescott Elementary School 1930 South 20th St Lincoln NE 68502 (402) 436-1161 |
PK-5 | 46 | 541 |
| Pyrtle Elementary School 721 Cottonwood Dr Lincoln NE 68510 (402) 436-1162 |
PK-5 | 27 | 412 |
| Randolph Elementary School 1024 South 37th St Lincoln NE 68510 (402) 436-1163 |
PK-5 | 34 | 442 |
| Riley Elementary School 5021 Orchard St Lincoln NE 68504 (402) 436-1164 |
PK-5 | 29 | 368 |
| Roper Elementary School 2323 South Coddington St Lincoln NE 68522 (402) 436-1170 |
PK-5 | 54 | 864 |
| Rousseau Elementary School 3701 South 33rd St Lincoln NE 68506 (402) 436-1165 |
PK-5 | 40 | 572 |
| Ruth Hill Elementary School 5230 Tipperary Trail Lincoln NE 68512 (402) 436-1142 |
PK-5 | 36 | 533 |
| Saratoga Elementary School 2215 South 13th St Lincoln NE 68502 (402) 436-1166 |
PK-5 | 23 | 277 |
| Schoo Middle School 700 Penrose Dr Lincoln NE 68521 (402) 436-1222 |
6-8 | 53 | 778 |
| Scott Middle School 2200 Pine Lake Rd Lincoln NE 68516 (402) 436-1218 |
6-8 | 60 | 956 |
| Sheridan Elementary School 3100 Plymouth Ave Lincoln NE 68502 (402) 436-1167 |
PK-5 | 34 | 450 |
| Southwest High School 7001 South 14th St Lincoln NE 68512 (402) 436-1306 |
9-12 | 112 | 1,785 |
| West Lincoln Elementary School 630 West Dawes Ave Lincoln NE 68521 (402) 436-1168 |
PK-5 | 40 | 443 |
| Zeman Elementary School 4900 South 52nd St Lincoln NE 68516 (402) 436-1169 |
PK-5 | 29 | 401 |