WHS -- Wayzata Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
WHS has more than 10,000 students and 600 teachers and support staff. The WHS teacher salary information presented in the tables below are gathered from several government sources as noted below the data tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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WHS Teacher Salary Details
This table lists average salary and ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington 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 | $38,180 | $29,840-$49,510 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $67,490 | $44,930 - $94,380 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $67,950 | $46,770 - $98,970 |
| Middle School Teacher | $67,200 | $47,320 - $98,100 |
| High School Teacher | $66,370 | $47,590 - $80,780 |
| PE Teacher | $52,220 | $27,940 - $76,400 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, 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 who work for WHS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $38,180 | $29,840-$49,510 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $66,500 | $45,570 - $92,970 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, 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, including counselors and librarians for the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $63,810 | $40,980-$91,700 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $116,000 | $70,300 - $154,850 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $64,780 | $46,310 - $92,500 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, 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 WHS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Minnesota | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $20,609 | $17,704 |
| Administrators | $12,171 | $10,976 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Wayzata Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by WHS. 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 WHS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 637 | 652 | 651 |
| Preschool Teachers | 12 | 11 | 10 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 23 | 24 | 26 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 297 | 307 | 310 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 299 | 305 | 298 |
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 | 27 | 26 | 29 |
| Teaching Assistants | 168 | 161 | 154 |
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 WHS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 452 | 452 | 459 |
| District Administrators | 21 | 21 | 19 |
| District Support Staff | 13 | 13 | 12 |
| School Administrators | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 37 | 37 | 38 |
| Student Support Staff | 223 | 218 | 230 |
| Other Support Staff | 144 | 143 | 139 |
| Librarians | 12 | 11 | 11 |
| Guidance Counselors | 11 | 11 | 13 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 11 | 11 | 13 |
WHS Schools
We have listed the 16 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by WHS in the list below. See more information about each school by clicking on the name.
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Wayzata Public Schools Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Plymouth
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchview Elementary School 425 Ranchview Ln North Plymouth MN 55447 (763) 745-5300 |
KG-5 | 39 | 647 |
| Central Middle Alternative (CMAP) school 305 Vicksburg Ln Plymouth MN 55447 (763) 745-6638 |
6-8 | 0.2 | 15 |
| Gleason Lake Elementary School 310 County Rd 101 North Plymouth MN 55447 (763) 745-5400 |
KG-5 | 40 | 663 |
| Greenwood Elementary School 18005 Medina Rd Plymouth MN 55447 (763) 745-5500 |
KG-5 | 46 | 822 |
| Kimberly Lane Elementary School 17405 Old Rockford Rd Plymouth MN 55446 (763) 745-5600 |
KG-5 | 40 | 743 |
| Oakwood Elementary School 17340 County Rd 6 Plymouth MN 55447 (763) 745-5700 |
KG-5 | 38 | 525 |
| Plymouth Creek Elementary School 16005 41st Ave North Plymouth MN 55446 (763) 745-5800 |
KG-5 | 43 | 746 |
| Sunset Hill Elementary School 13005 Sunset Tr Plymouth MN 55441 (763) 745-5900 |
KG-5 | 38 | 560 |
| The Alternative Program (tap) School 4955 Peony Ln Plymouth MN 55446 (763) 745-6608 |
9-12 | 8 | 92 |
| Wayzata Central Middle School 305 Vicksburg Ln North Plymouth MN 55447 (763) 745-6000 |
6-8 | 61 | 1,051 |
| Wayzata East Middle School 12000 Ridgemount Ave West Plymouth MN 55441 (763) 745-6200 |
6-8 | 49 | 769 |
| Wayzata High School 4955 Peony Ln North Plymouth MN 55446 (763) 745-6610 |
9-12 | 176 | 3,171 |
Teaching in Wayzata
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayzata West Middle School 149 Barry Ave North Wayzata MN 55391 (763) 745-6400 |
6-8 | 45 | 737 |