Orchard View Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Orchard View Schools District has an estimated 3,000 students and 100 teachers and support staff. The Orchard View Schools District school district salary data presented in the following tables are gathered from several government agencies as noted below each of the data tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Orchard View Schools District Teacher Salary Details
The table below displays the average salary for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Muskegon-Norton Shores 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 | $42,130 | $30,200-$57,040 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $55,520 | $36,220 - $73,010 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $67,020 | $47,590 - $83,260 |
| Middle School Teacher | $69,460 | $45,370 - $93,820 |
| High School Teacher | $67,480 | $48,940 - $83,260 |
| PE Teacher | $60,650 | $27,810 - $97,100 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Muskegon-Norton Shores, 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 the average salary for special education teachers who work for Orchard View Schools District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $42,130 | $30,200-$57,040 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $67,960 | $47,940 - $91,380 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Muskegon-Norton Shores, 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 Muskegon-Norton Shores area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $101,700 | $77,080 - $132,040 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $62,070 | $43,760 - $85,350 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Muskegon-Norton Shores, 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 Orchard View Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $37,645 | $27,290 |
| Administrators | $29,879 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Orchard View Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Orchard View 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 Orchard View Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 124 | 131 | 139 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 11 | 13 | 13 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 40 | 43 | 47 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 52 | 56 | 58 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 18 | 14 | 15 |
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 | 22 | 21 | 56 |
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 Orchard View Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 183 | 183 | 118 |
| District Administrators | 3 | 4 | 13 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 20 | 21 | 15 |
| Student Support Staff | 39 | 35 | 14 |
| Other Support Staff | 108 | 112 | 73 |
Orchard View Schools District Schools
We have listed the 4 schools and their contact information, which is managed by Orchard View Schools District in the list 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:
- Muskegon City School District (8 Schools)
- Oakridge Public Schools District (5 Schools)
- North Muskegon Public Schools District (3 Schools)
- Reeths-Puffer Schools District (9 Schools)
- Mona Shores Public School District (6 Schools)
Orchard View Schools District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Elementary School 2310 Marquette Ave Muskegon MI 49442 (231) 760-1700 | 2-5 | 38 | 707 |
| Orchard View Early Elementary School 2820 Macarthur Rd Muskegon MI 49442 (231) 760-1850 | PK-1 | 22 | 388 |
| Orchard View High School 16 North Quarterline Rd Muskegon MI 49442 (231) 760-1400 | 9-12 | 28 | 672 |
| Orchard View Middle School 35 South Sheridan Dr Muskegon MI 49442 (231) 760-1500 | 6-8 | 30 | 571 |