Waco ISD -- Waco Independent School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Waco ISD oversees 26 schools with more than 900 teachers and instructors. The tables below provide administration and teacher salaries at Waco ISD. The data has been taken from multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Waco ISD Teacher Salary Details
This table displays the average salary for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Waco 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 | $40,240 | $22,860-$56,800 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $51,620 | $42,460 - $60,840 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $52,710 | $45,790 - $63,220 |
| Middle School Teacher | $52,520 | $45,800 - $61,830 |
| High School Teacher | $54,940 | $39,870 - $62,710 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Waco, 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 the average salary for special education teachers that work for Waco ISD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $52,630 | $45,890 - $62,570 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Waco, 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 Waco area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $84,040 | $63,150 - $102,470 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Waco, 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 Waco ISD is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Texas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $7,247 | $7,930 |
| Administrators | $6,703 | $6,477 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Waco Independent School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Waco ISD. 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 Waco ISD per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 962 | 906 | 895 |
| Preschool Teachers | 24 | 28 | 40 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 71 | 71 | 68 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 430 | 419 | 409 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 346 | 331 | 351 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 92 | 57 | 27 |
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 | 12 | 10 | 14 |
| Teaching Assistants | 158 | 158 | 194 |
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 Waco ISD are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 254 | 254 | 743 |
| District Administrators | 31 | 29 | 35 |
| District Support Staff | 58 | 75 | 77 |
| School Administrators | 117 | 74 | 72 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 104 | 94 | 93 |
| Student Support Staff | 70 | - | 107 |
| Other Support Staff | 430 | - | 359 |
| Guidance Counselors | 36 | 38 | 39 |
| Other School Counselors | 36 | 38 | 39 |
Waco ISD Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Waco ISD operates 26 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:
- La Vega Independent School District (ISD) (6 Schools)
- Bosqueville Independent School District (ISD) (5 Schools)
- Connally Independent School District (ISD) (5 Schools)
- Robinson Independent School District (ISD) (6 Schools)
- Midway Independent School District (ISD) (11 Schools)
Waco Independent School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista Montessori Magnet School 3637 Alta Vista Dr Waco TX 76706 (254) 662-3050 |
PK-5 | 33 | 514 |
| Bell's Hill Elementary School 2100 Ross Waco TX 76706 (254) 754-4171 |
PK-5 | 46 | 808 |
| Brook Avenue Elementary School 720 Brook Ave Waco TX 76708 (254) 750-3562 |
PK-5 | 24 | 424 |
| Carver Academy 1601 J J Flewellen Rd Waco TX 76704 (254) 757-0787 |
6-8 | 33 | 503 |
| Cedar Ridge Elementary School 2115 Meridian Ave Waco TX 76708 (254) 756-1241 |
PK-5 | 38 | 667 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle School 700 South 15th St Waco TX 76706 (254) 750-3736 |
6-8 | 54 | 898 |
| Challenge Academy 2015 Alexander Ave Waco TX 76708 (254) 754-0803 |
5-12 | 2 | 27 |
| Crestview Elementary School 1120 North New Rd Waco TX 76710 (254) 776-1704 |
PK-5 | 42 | 714 |
| Dean-Highland Elementary School 3300 Maple Waco TX 76707 (254) 752-3751 |
PK-5 | 42 | 792 |
| Hillcrest Professional Development School 4225 Pine Ave Waco TX 76710 (254) 772-4286 |
PK-5 | 25 | 434 |
| Indian Spring Middle 500 North University Parks Dr Waco TX 76701 (254) 754-5491 |
6-8 | 35 | 618 |
| J H Hines Elementary School 301 Garrison St Waco TX 76704 (254) 753-1362 |
PK-5 | 31 | 520 |
| Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP) School 2601 Gholson Rd Waco TX 76704 (254) 754-0803 |
5-11 | 4 | 27 |
| Kendrick Elementary School 1801 Kendrick Ln Waco TX 76711 (254) 752-3316 |
PK-5 | 28 | 526 |
| Lake Waco Montessori Magnet School 4601 Cobbs Dr Waco TX 76710 (254) 772-1910 |
PK-8 | 40 | 698 |
| Mountainview Elementary School 5901 Bishop St Waco TX 76710 (254) 772-2520 |
PK-5 | 26 | 445 |
| Parkdale Elementary School 6400 Edmond Waco TX 76710 (254) 772-2170 |
PK-5 | 33 | 567 |
| Provident Heights Elementary School 2415 Bosque Blvd Waco TX 76707 (254) 750-3930 |
PK-5 | 26 | 442 |
| South Waco Elementary School 2104 Gurley Ln Waco TX 76706 (254) 753-6802 |
PK-5 | 34 | 552 |
| Stars High School 500 North University Parks Dr Waco TX 76701 (254) 754-6283 |
7-12 | 8 | 169 |
| Tennyson Middle School 6100 Tennyson Dr Waco TX 76710 (254) 772-1440 |
6-8 | 49 | 825 |
| University High School 3201 South New Rd Waco TX 76706 (254) 756-1843 |
PK-12 | 101 | 1,537 |
| Waco High School 2020 North 42nd St Waco TX 76710 (254) 776-1150 |
9-12 | 102 | 1,732 |
| Waco Independent School District (isd) Alternative School 1030 East Live Oak St Waco TX 76704 (254) 757-3829 |
6-12 | 13 | 80 |
| West Avenue Elementary School 1101 North 15th St Waco TX 76707 (254) 750-3900 |
PK-5 | 23 | 375 |