Mcdowell County Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are just over 400 educators and six thousand students enrolled at the 12 schools managed by Mcdowell County Schools District. The tables below profile teacher and administration salaries for the entire state of North Carolina, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been obtained through a number of 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 following table displays average salary and ranges for teachers 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, 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 Mcdowell County Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | North Carolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $13,797 | $12,731 |
| Administrators | $12,683 | $12,997 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Mcdowell County Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Mcdowell County Schools 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 Mcdowell County Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 451 | 455 | 440 |
| Preschool Teachers | 11 | 11 | 12 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 23 | 29 | 29 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 244 | 242 | 217 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 169 | 171 | 181 |
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 | 109 | 129 | 123 |
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 Mcdowell County Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 327 | 327 | 324 |
| District Support Staff | 23 | 30 | 30 |
| School Administrators | 19 | 20 | 20 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 30 | 32 | 32 |
| Student Support Staff | 39 | 53 | 53 |
| Other Support Staff | 157 | 183 | 180 |
| Librarians | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Guidance Counselors | 20 | 18 | 18 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 9 | 18 | 17 |
Mcdowell County Schools District Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Mcdowell County Schools District has 12 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:
- Burke County Public Schools (27 Schools)
- Mitchell County Schools District (7 Schools)
- Yancey County Schools District (9 Schools)
- Rutherford County Schools (18 Schools)
- Avery County Schools District (11 Schools)
Mcdowell County Schools District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Marion
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Mcdowell Junior High School 676 State St Marion NC 28752 (828) 652-7711 | 7-9 | 42 | 641 |
| Eastfield Elementary School 170 Eastfield School Rd Marion NC 28752 (828) 652-3730 | PK-8 | 31 | 449 |
| Glenwood Elementary School 1545 Old Hwy 221 South Marion NC 28752 (828) 738-4220 | PK-6 | 33 | 503 |
| Marion Elementary School 209 Robert St Marion NC 28752 (828) 652-2141 | PK-6 | 28 | 448 |
| Mcdowell High School 600 Mcdowell High School Dr Marion NC 28752 (828) 652-7920 | 9-12 | 98 | 1,241 |
| Mcdowll Early College School 54 College Dr Marion NC 28752 (828) 659-0411 | 9-12 | 10 | 177 |
| North Cove Elementary School 401 American Thread Rd Marion NC 28752 (828) 756-4342 | PK-6 | 20 | 284 |
| Pleasant Gardens Elementary School 100 John Roach Dr Marion NC 28752 (828) 724-4422 | PK-6 | 27 | 409 |
| West Marion Elementary School 820 Marler Rd Marion NC 28752 (828) 738-3353 | PK-6 | 37 | 483 |
| West Mcdowell Junior High School 346 Mcdowell High School Rd Marion NC 28752 (828) 652-3390 | 7-9 | 49 | 764 |
Teaching in Nebo
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nebo Elementary School 254 Nebo School Rd Nebo NC 28761 (828) 652-4737 | PK-6 | 33 | 485 |
Teaching in Old Fort
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fort Elementary School 128 Mauney Ave Old Fort NC 28762 (828) 668-7646 | PK-6 | 30 | 427 |