Martensdale-St Marys Community School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Martensdale-St Marys Community School District has over 500 students and 40 educators. The tables below profile administration and teacher salaries at Martensdale-St Marys Community School District. The data is obtained from multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Martensdale-St Marys Community School District Teacher Salary Details
This table displays average salary and ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Des Moines-West Des Moines region. 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 | $35,710 | $29,170-$46,990 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $59,300 | $47,380 - $75,870 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,400 | $46,090 - $79,610 |
| Middle School Teacher | $58,380 | $45,750 - $78,880 |
| High School Teacher | $64,410 | $47,870 - $82,100 |
| PE Teacher | $51,920 | $15,080 - $83,850 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Des Moines-West Des Moines, 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 average salary and ranges for special education teachers who work for Martensdale-St Marys Community School District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $62,300 | $50,110 - $79,500 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Des Moines-West Des Moines, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Des Moines-West Des Moines area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $54,570 | $37,540-$75,740 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $118,360 | $79,840 - $153,260 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $61,500 | $48,120 - $78,930 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Des Moines-West Des Moines, 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 Martensdale-St Marys Community School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Iowa | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $13,157 | $14,423 |
| Administrators | $11,915 | $16,613 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Martensdale-St Marys Community School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Martensdale-St Marys Community 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 Martensdale-St Marys Community School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 39 | 40 | 41 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 19 | 20 | 21 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 15 | 16 | 16 |
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 | 13 | 16 | 19 |
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 Martensdale-St Marys Community School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 23 | 23 | 20 |
| Other Support Staff | 9 | 11 | 10 |
Martensdale-St Marys Community School District Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Martensdale-St Marys Community School District oversees 2 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:
- Norwalk Community School District (4 Schools)
- Indianola Community School District (6 Schools)
- Interstate 35 Community School District (4 Schools)
- West Des Moines Community Schools (14 Schools)
- Winterset Community School District (5 Schools)
Martensdale-St Marys Community School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martensdale Elementary School 390 Burlington Martensdale IA 50160 (641) 764-2621 | PK-6 | 22 | 307 |
| Martensdale-St Marys Jr-Sr High School 390 Burlington Martensdale IA 50160 (641) 764-2486 | 7-12 | 19 | 254 |