Meridian Community Unit School District – CUSD 15
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are over 60 teachers and 1,000 students enrolled at the 4 schools managed by Meridian Community Unit School District – CUSD 15. The tables below display teacher and administration salaries at Meridian Community Unit School District – CUSD 15. The data has been taken from several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Meridian Community Unit School District – CUSD 15 Teacher Salary Details
The following table details the average salary for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Decatur 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,130 | $45,710 - $76,750 |
| Middle School Teacher | $58,300 | $39,740 - $76,110 |
| High School Teacher | $71,440 | $46,870 - $123,980 |
| PE Teacher | $47,470 | $31,200 - $78,260 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Decatur, SOC Codes: 25-2011, 25-2012, 25-2021, 25-2022, 25-2031, 27-2022, 25-3098, 25-9041
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about average salary details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Decatur area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $104,640 | $78,950 - $136,130 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $58,210 | $43,370 - $75,910 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Decatur, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Meridian Community Unit School District – CUSD 15 Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Meridian Community Unit School District – CUSD 15. 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 Meridian Community Unit School District – CUSD 15 per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 64 | 63 | |
| Elementary School Teachers | 39 | - | 39 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 19 | - | 22 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
Meridian Community Unit School District – CUSD 15 Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, Meridian Community Unit School District – CUSD 15 oversees 4 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed below. See more information about each school by clicking on the name.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
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- Sangamon Valley Community Unit School District - CUSD 9 (4 Schools)
- Okaw Valley Community Unit School District - CUSD 302 (3 Schools)
Meridian Community Unit School District – CUSD 15 Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Blue Mound
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian Intermediate School 100 Lincoln St Blue Mound IL 62513 (217) 764-5269 | 3-5 | 12 | 266 |
| Meridian Middle School 509 South Lewis St Blue Mound IL 62513 (217) 764-5269 | 6-8 | 15 | 219 |
Teaching in Macon
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian High School 728 South Wall St Macon IL 62544 (217) 764-5233 | 9-12 | 18 | 341 |
| Meridian Primary School 245 South Towson Macon IL 62544 (217) 764-5269 | PK-2 | 14 | 264 |