Northampton Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Based on recent publications, over 200 teachers are employed at Northampton Public Schools. The tables below profile administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of Massachusetts, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been gathered through multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Massachusetts Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table details average salary ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Massachusetts. 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 | $48,460 | $35,890-$60,440 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $84,950 | $58,900 - $106,600 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $88,720 | $60,620 - $118,190 |
| Middle School Teacher | $87,300 | $60,590 - $107,610 |
| High School Teacher | $90,270 | $61,500 - $122,660 |
| PE Teacher | $69,940 | $35,940 - $109,380 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Massachusetts, 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 ranges for special education teachers in Massachusetts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $48,460 | $35,890-$60,440 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $89,550 | $61,200 - $127,210 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Massachusetts, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the state of Massachusetts below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $72,890 | $47,530-$102,570 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $126,350 | $81,640 - $166,240 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $85,660 | $59,460 - $117,630 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Massachusetts, 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 Northampton Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Massachusetts | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $20,046 | $23,690 |
| Administrators | $11,794 | $10,934 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Northampton Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Northampton 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 Northampton Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 203 | 208 | 206 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 9 | 11 | 11 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 137 | 139 | 137 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 54 | 55 | 55 |
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 | 103 | 104 | 106 |
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 Northampton Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 80 | 80 | 78 |
| District Support Staff | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| School Administrators | 10 | 11 | 11 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 14 | 16 | 15 |
| Student Support Staff | 33 | 34 | 36 |
Northampton Public Schools Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Northampton Public Schools oversees 6 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:
- Hadley School District (2 Schools)
- Easthampton School District (5 Schools)
- Hatfield School District (2 Schools)
- South Hadley Public Schools (4 Schools)
- Amherst-Pelham Regional Schools (3 Schools)
Northampton Public Schools Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Florence
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Middle School 100 Bridge Rd Florence MA 01062 (413) 587-1489 | 6-8 | 59 | 614 |
| R. K. Finn Ryan Road School 498 Ryan Rd Florence MA 01062 (413) 587-1550 | KG-5 | 19 | 248 |
Teaching in Leeds
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds School 20 Florence St Leeds MA 01053 (413) 587-1531 | KG-5 | 23 | 353 |
Teaching in Northampton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Street School 2 Parsons St Northampton MA 01060 (413) 587-1460 | PK-5 | 21 | 308 |
| Jackson Street School 120 Jackson St Northampton MA 01060 (413) 587-1510 | KG-5 | 29 | 319 |
| Northampton High School 380 Elm St Northampton MA 01060 (413) 587-1346 | 9-12 | 55 | 904 |