RCPS -- Rockdale County Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
According to published data more than 1,000 teachers and support staff are employed at Rockdale County Public Schools. The Rockdale County Public Schools school administration and teacher salary data displayed in the tables below are taken from several sources as noted 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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RCPS Teacher Salary Details
This table displays average salary ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta 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 | $39,460 | $23,550-$60,850 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $66,350 | $47,670 - $97,810 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $67,530 | $48,500 - $94,240 |
| Middle School Teacher | $72,260 | $48,320 - $99,080 |
| High School Teacher | $71,230 | $46,750 - $100,290 |
| PE Teacher | $53,650 | $20,470 - $91,050 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, 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 average salary ranges for special education teachers are employed by RCPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $39,460 | $23,550-$60,850 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $71,990 | $50,260 - $101,040 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about average salary details on school administrators and support staff for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $64,550 | $38,380-$98,280 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $103,270 | $78,690 - $129,360 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $65,960 | $38,730 - $100,010 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, 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 Rockdale County Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Georgia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $15,253 | $16,682 |
| Administrators | $12,697 | $13,029 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Rockdale County Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Rockdale County 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 Rockdale County Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,082 | 1,038 | 1,040 |
| Preschool Teachers | 20 | 19 | 19 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 60 | 60 | 61 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 408 | 391 | 386 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 468 | 444 | 448 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 127 | 124 | 127 |
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 | 29 | 36 | 33 |
| Teaching Assistants | 281 | 262 | 260 |
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 Rockdale County Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 672 | 672 | 655 |
| District Administrators | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| District Support Staff | 19 | 17 | 19 |
| School Administrators | 74 | 69 | 63 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 81 | 78 | 77 |
| Student Support Staff | 90 | 88 | 93 |
| Other Support Staff | 519 | 407 | 391 |
| Librarians | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Guidance Counselors | 36 | 37 | 38 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 12 | 13 | 13 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 24 | 24 | 25 |
Rockdale County Public Schools Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Rockdale County Public Schools has 18 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed below. To view additional information about each school click on the school link.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
- Newton County School System (25 Schools)
- DeKalb County School District (135 Schools)
- Henry County School District (50 Schools)
- Social Circle City School District (4 Schools)
- Decatur City School District (7 Schools)
Rockdale County Public Schools Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Conyers
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barksdale Elementary School 596 Oglesby Bridge Rd Se Conyers GA 30094 (770) 483-9514 |
PK-5 | 35 | 573 |
| Conyers Middle School 400 Sigman Rd Nw Conyers GA 30012 (770) 483-3371 |
6-8 | 61 | 907 |
| Edwards Middle School 2633 Stanton Rd Se Conyers GA 30094 (770) 483-3255 |
6-8 | 61 | 951 |
| Flat Shoals Elementary School 1455 Flat Shoals Rd Se Conyers GA 30013 (770) 483-5136 |
PK-5 | 42 | 664 |
| Heritage High School 2400 Granade Rd Sw Conyers GA 30094 (770) 483-5428 |
9-12 | 83 | 1,697 |
| Hicks Elementary School 1300 Pine Log Rd Ne Conyers GA 30012 (770) 483-4410 |
PK-5 | 61 | 949 |
| Hightower Trail Elementary School 2510 Hwy 138 Ne Conyers GA 30013 (770) 388-0751 |
PK-5 | 44 | 692 |
| Honey Creek Elementary School 700 Honey Creek Rd Se Conyers GA 30094 (770) 483-5706 |
PK-5 | 38 | 550 |
| House Elementary School 2930 Hwy 20 Ne Conyers GA 30012 (770) 483-9504 |
PK-5 | 48 | 666 |
| Memorial Middle School 3205 Underwood Rd Se Conyers GA 30013 (770) 922-0139 |
6-8 | 57 | 933 |
| Peek's Chapel Elementary School 2800 Avalon Parkway Conyers GA 30013 (770) 761-1842 |
PK-5 | 45 | 594 |
| Pine Street Elementary School 960 Pine St Ne Conyers GA 30012 (770) 483-8713 |
PK-5 | 43 | 590 |
| Rockdale County High School 1174 Bulldog Circlene Conyers GA 30012 (770) 483-8754 |
9-12 | 103 | 1,920 |
| Salem High School 3551 Underwood Rd Se Conyers GA 30013 (770) 929-0176 |
9-12 | 69 | 1,414 |
| Shoal Creek Elementary School 1300 Mcwilliams Rd Sw Conyers GA 30094 (770) 929-1430 |
PK-5 | 46 | 719 |
| Sims Elementary School 1821 Walker Rd Sw Conyers GA 30094 (770) 922-0666 |
PK-5 | 35 | 583 |
Teaching in Stockbridge
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Ray Davis Middle School 3375 East Fairview Rd Sw Stockbridge GA 30281 (770) 388-5675 |
6-8 | 58 | 900 |
| Lorraine Elementary School 3343 East Fairview Rd Sw Stockbridge GA 30281 (770) 483-0657 |
PK-5 | 46 | 745 |