Saranac Community Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are over 50 teachers and 1,000 students enrolled at the 2 schools managed by Saranac Community Schools District. The tables below detail teacher and administration salaries at Saranac Community Schools District. The data is obtained from several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Saranac Community Schools District Teacher Salary Details
The following table details average salary and ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming local 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | $64,100 | $39,240 - $85,120 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,310 | $47,470 - $81,420 |
| Middle School Teacher | $66,070 | $45,930 - $97,040 |
| High School Teacher | $70,100 | $47,380 - $98,630 |
| PE Teacher | $54,440 | $25,960 - $86,650 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Grand Rapids-Wyoming, 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 and ranges for special education teachers that work for Saranac Community Schools District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $65,790 | $47,470 - $90,790 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Grand Rapids-Wyoming, 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 Grand Rapids-Wyoming area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $103,350 | $70,450 - $131,660 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $56,620 | $39,700 - $80,570 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, MSA: Grand Rapids-Wyoming, 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 Saranac Community Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $24,017 | $27,290 |
| Administrators | $28,261 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Saranac Community Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Saranac Community 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 Saranac Community Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 58 | 57 | 56 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 21 | 22 | 22 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 25 | 24 | 25 |
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 Saranac Community Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 41 | 41 | 40 |
| Other Support Staff | 28 | 27 | 26 |
Saranac Community Schools District Schools
We have listed the 2 schools and their contact information, which is operated by Saranac Community 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:
- Lowell Area Schools District (7 Schools)
- Ionia Public Schools District (8 Schools)
- Belding Area School District (5 Schools)
- Lakewood Public Schools District (6 Schools)
- Portland Public School District (4 Schools)
Saranac Community Schools District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saranac Elementary School 250 Pleasant St Saranac MI 48881 (616) 642-1200 | PK-6 | 34 | 553 |
| Saranac High School 150 Pleasant St Saranac MI 48881 (616) 642-1100 | 7-12 | 22 | 486 |