RSU 21 SCHOOL DISTRICT
Teacher Salary and Benefits
RSU 21 SCHOOL DISTRICT has more than 3,000 students and 200 educators. The tables below profile teacher salaries for the entire state of Maine, due to more localized data not being available. 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.
Maine Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, the following table details average salary and ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Maine. 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | $57,810 | $45,350 - $79,290 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,930 | $46,570 - $92,100 |
| Middle School Teacher | $66,830 | $47,640 - $80,650 |
| High School Teacher | $66,820 | $47,520 - $83,450 |
| PE Teacher | $58,490 | $31,270 - $102,780 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Maine, 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 lists average salary and ranges for special education teachers in Maine.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $64,220 | $45,620 - $79,390 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Maine, 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 state of Maine below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $105,550 | $79,850 - $128,750 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $61,230 | $45,300 - $82,460 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Maine, 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 RSU 21 SCHOOL DISTRICT is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Maine | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $19,180 | $18,325 |
| Administrators | $18,348 | $16,306 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
RSU 21 SCHOOL DISTRICT Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by RSU 21 SCHOOL 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 RSU 21 SCHOOL DISTRICT per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 189 | 189 | 190 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 117 | 114 | 116 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 63 | 65 | 65 |
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 | 162 | 92 | 102 |
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 RSU 21 SCHOOL DISTRICT are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 150 | 150 | 164 |
| School Administrators | 19 | 10 | 10 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | - | 13 | 13 |
| Student Support Staff | 40 | 25 | 26 |
| Other Support Staff | 103 | 87 | 99 |
RSU 21 SCHOOL DISTRICT Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, RSU 21 SCHOOL DISTRICT has 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:
- WELLS-OGUNQUIT CSD (3 Schools)
- BIDDEFORD SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (6 Schools)
- RSU 23 SCHOOL DISTRICT (9 Schools)
- SANFORD SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (9 Schools)
- RSU 60 - MSAD 60 (5 Schools)
RSU 21 SCHOOL DISTRICT Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Arundel
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mildred L Day School 600 Limerick Rd Arundel ME 04046 (207) 284-4677 | KG-5 | 17 | 248 |
Teaching in Kennebunk
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennebunk Elementary School 177 Alewive Rd Kennebunk ME 04043 (207) 985-4402 | KG-3 | 32 | 464 |
| Kennebunk High School 89 Fletcher St Kennebunk ME 04043 (207) 985-1110 | 9-12 | 61 | 841 |
| Middle School of the Kennebunks 60 Thompson Rd Kennebunk ME 04043 (207) 467-8004 | 6-8 | 43 | 624 |
| Sea Road School 71 Sea Rd Kennebunk ME 04043 (207) 985-1105 | 4-5 | 20 | 269 |
Teaching in Kennebunkport
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennebunkport Consolidated School 25 School St Kennebunkport ME 04046 (207) 967-2121 | KG-5 | 17 | 200 |