Rochester Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 1000 teachers and 20,000 students that are enrolled at the 38 schools operated by Rochester Public Schools. The tables below display faculty and teacher salaries at Rochester Public Schools. 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.
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Rochester Public Schools Teacher Salary Details
This table lists salary ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Rochester and surrounding areas. 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 | $37,480 | $28,830-$49,250 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $62,390 | $46,550 - $78,020 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,190 | $46,430 - $78,490 |
| Middle School Teacher | $57,260 | $46,370 - $78,010 |
| High School Teacher | $66,510 | $46,840 - $79,950 |
| PE Teacher | $45,420 | $26,320 - $73,570 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Rochester, 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 salary ranges for special education teachers who work for Rochester Public Schools and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $37,480 | $28,830-$49,250 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $55,840 | $41,040 - $77,550 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Rochester, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Rochester area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $59,470 | $39,980-$79,560 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $110,230 | $77,820 - $126,370 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $63,610 | $46,580 - $83,660 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Rochester, 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 Rochester Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Minnesota | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $19,135 | $17,702 |
| Administrators | $15,627 | $10,976 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Rochester Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Rochester 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 Rochester Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 997 | 976 | 1,006 |
| Preschool Teachers | 31 | 36 | 36 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 48 | 50 | 61 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 462 | 446 | 443 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 427 | 419 | 440 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 29 | 26 | 25 |
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 | 30 | 48 | 79 |
| Teaching Assistants | 300 | 303 | 325 |
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 Rochester Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 594 | 594 | 637 |
| District Administrators | 14 | 15 | 19 |
| District Support Staff | 53 | 54 | 60 |
| School Administrators | 35 | 40 | 43 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 70 | 71 | 71 |
| Student Support Staff | 211 | 230 | 256 |
| Other Support Staff | 181 | 185 | 188 |
| Librarians | 13 | 14 | 14 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 17 | 16 |
| Guidance Counselors | 20 | 25 | 26 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 18 | 23 | 25 |
Rochester Public Schools Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Rochester Public Schools operates 38 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:
- Byron Public School District (3 Schools)
- Stewartville Public School District (5 Schools)
- Dover-Eyota Public School District (3 Schools)
- Kasson-Mantorville School District (3 Schools)
- Pine Island Public School District (3 Schools)
Rochester Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bamber Valley Elementary School 2001 Bamber Valley Rd Sw Rochester MN 55902 (507) 328-3030 |
PK-5 | 54 | 865 |
| Bishop Elementary School 406 36th Ave Nw Rochester MN 55901 (507) 328-3100 |
PK-5 | 27 | 474 |
| Burr Oak School 334 16th St Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-3930 |
KG-12 | 3 | 17 |
| Campus School 334 16th St Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-4310 |
5-12 | 1 | 14 |
| Cec-Area Learning Center School 37 Woodlake Dr Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-3999 |
6-12 | 20 | 171 |
| Century High School 2525 Viola Rd Ne Rochester MN 55906 (507) 328-5100 |
8-12 | 73 | 1,381 |
| Churchill Elementary School 2240 7th Ave Ne Rochester MN 55906 (507) 328-3150 |
PK-2 | 17 | 209 |
| Elton Hills Elementary School 1421 Elton Hills Dr Nw Rochester MN 55901 (507) 328-3200 |
KG-5 | 29 | 511 |
| Esc Area Learning Center School 334 16th St Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-4373 |
6-12 | 3 | 78 |
| Folwell Elementary School 603 15th Ave Sw Rochester MN 55902 (507) 328-3220 |
PK-5 | 16 | 337 |
| Franklin Elementary School 1801 9th Ave Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-3300 |
PK-5 | 47 | 673 |
| Friedell Middle School 1200 Broadway South Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-5650 |
6-8 | 25 | 458 |
| Gage Elementary School 1300 40th St Nw Rochester MN 55901 (507) 328-3400 |
PK-5 | 47 | 660 |
| George W. Gibbs Elementary School 5525 56th St Nw Rochester MN 55901 (507) 328-4100 |
PK-5 | 44 | 842 |
| Hawthorne Diploma Program School 700 4th Ave Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 287-1963 |
9-12 | 19 | 36 |
| Hoover Elementary School 369 Elton Hills Dr Nw Rochester MN 55901 (507) 328-3450 |
3-5 | 12 | 243 |
| Jefferson Elementary School 1201 10th Ave Ne Rochester MN 55906 (507) 328-3500 |
PK-5 | 34 | 512 |
| John Adams Middle School 1525 31st St Nw Rochester MN 55901 (507) 328-5700 |
6-8 | 57 | 1,086 |
| John Marshall High School 1510 14th St Nw Rochester MN 55901 (507) 328-5400 |
8-12 | 90 | 1,542 |
| Kellogg Middle School 503 17th St Ne Rochester MN 55906 (507) 328-5800 |
6-8 | 49 | 797 |
| Lincoln K-8 Choice Elementary School 1122 8th Ave Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-3550 |
KG-8 | 24 | 422 |
| Longfellow Choice Elementary School 1615 Marion Rd Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-3600 |
PK-5 | 20 | 318 |
| Mayo High School 1420 11th Ave Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-5500 |
8-12 | 85 | 1,598 |
| Montessori at Franklin School 1801 9th Ave Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-3300 |
KG-5 | 8 | 195 |
| Pinewood Elementary School 1900 Pinewood Rd Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-3630 |
PK-5 | 17 | 259 |
| Riverside Central Elementary School 506 5th Ave Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-3700 |
PK-5 | 48 | 736 |
| Rochester Area Learning Center School 37 Woodlake Dr Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-5544 |
9-12 | 1 | 89 |
| Sunset Terrace Elementary School 1707 19th Ave Nw Rochester MN 55901 (507) 328-3770 |
PK-5 | 39 | 696 |
| Transition to Adult Program School 334 16th St Sw Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-4522 |
11-12 | 2 | 34 |
| Transitions Learning Center School 2530 North Broadway Rochester MN 55906 (507) 328-4522 |
12-12 | 2 | 18 |
| Washington Elementary School 1200 11th Ave Nw Rochester MN 55901 (507) 328-3800 |
KG-5 | 17 | 336 |
| Willow Creek Middle School 2425 11th Ave Se Rochester MN 55904 (507) 328-5900 |
6-8 | 66 | 1,045 |