Moorhead Area Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Moorhead Area Public Schools manages 11 schools with just over 400 teachers and instructors. The Moorhead Area Public Schools teacher and administration salary data provided in the following tables are taken from several government agencies as listed under each salary table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Moorhead Area Public Schools Teacher Salary Details
This table details average salary and ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Fargo local 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 | $34,800 | $27,340-$44,700 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $53,970 | $39,900 - $76,820 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,240 | $41,190 - $76,620 |
| Middle School Teacher | $61,590 | $47,180 - $78,830 |
| High School Teacher | $60,250 | $44,650 - $79,720 |
| PE Teacher | $48,300 | $25,340 - $84,720 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fargo, 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 Moorhead Area Public Schools and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $59,770 | $39,980 - $79,430 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fargo, 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 for the Fargo area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $57,980 | $36,370-$88,270 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $113,850 | $79,910 - $134,670 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $56,550 | $46,490 - $71,200 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Fargo, 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 Moorhead Area Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Minnesota | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $18,371 | $17,706 |
| Administrators | $7,147 | $10,976 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Moorhead Area Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Moorhead Area Public Schools. 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 Moorhead Area Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 324 | 334 | 360 |
| Preschool Teachers | 14 | 14 | 19 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 10 | 17 | 25 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 150 | 150 | 160 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 148 | 151 | 154 |
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 | 13 | 12 | 12 |
| Teaching Assistants | 120 | 127 | 129 |
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 Moorhead Area Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 209 | 209 | 211 |
| District Support Staff | 15 | 17 | 15 |
| School Administrators | 11 | 14 | 15 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 19 | 20 | 22 |
| Student Support Staff | 70 | 72 | 74 |
| Other Support Staff | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Guidance Counselors | 11 | 10 | 10 |
Moorhead Area Public Schools Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, Moorhead Area Public Schools manages 11 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:
- Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School District (4 Schools)
- Hawley Public School District (3 Schools)
- Barnesville Public School District (2 Schools)
- Ulen-Hitterdal Public School District (2 Schools)
- Norman County West School District (2 Schools)
Moorhead Area Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellen Hopkins Elementary School 2020 South 11th St Moorhead MN 56560 (218) 284-4300 |
KG-5 | 53 | 840 |
| Horizon Middle School 3601 12th Ave South Moorhead MN 56560 (218) 284-7300 |
6-8 | 74 | 1,253 |
| Moorhead High School 2300 4th Ave South Moorhead MN 56560 (218) 284-2300 |
9-12 | 89 | 1,583 |
| Probstfield Elementary 2410 14th St South Moorhead MN 56560 (218) 284-3300 |
PK-6 | 13 | 223 |
| R. Asp Elementary School 910 North 11th St Moorhead MN 56560 (218) 284-6300 |
KG-5 | 54 | 868 |
| Rr Area Learning Center School 1100 32nd Ave South Moorhead MN 56560 (218) 284-2230 |
5-12 | 7 | 85 |
| S.g.reinertsen Elementary School 1201 40th Ave South Moorhead MN 56560 (218) 284-5300 |
KG-5 | 52 | 771 |
| West Central Juvenile Center School 919 8th Ave North Moorhead MN 56560 (218) 299-7548 |
4-12 | 2 | 13 |