West Hancock Community Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
West Hancock Community Schools District operates 3 schools with over 50 teachers and support staff. The tables below provide teacher salaries for the entire state of Iowa, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been gathered through a number of sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
Iowa Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, the table below displays salary ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Iowa. 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $35,760 | $27,730-$48,390 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $58,170 | $47,020 - $75,860 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,110 | $47,260 - $77,400 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,080 | $40,920 - $79,110 |
| High School Teacher | $61,860 | $47,480 - $79,270 |
| PE Teacher | $56,450 | $19,010 - $97,980 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Iowa, 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 salary ranges for special education teachers in Iowa.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $35,760 | $27,730-$48,390 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $59,940 | $47,490 - $77,260 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Iowa, 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 Iowa below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $51,980 | $36,080-$73,290 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $112,820 | $77,350 - $154,000 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $58,190 | $43,470 - $77,110 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2025, State of Iowa, 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 West Hancock Community Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Iowa | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $15,074 | $14,423 |
| Administrators | $20,820 | $16,613 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
West Hancock Community Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by West Hancock 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 West Hancock Community Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 47 | 46 | 48 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 27 | 26 | 26 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 15 | 15 | 16 |
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 | 13 | 12 | 13 |
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 West Hancock Community Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 27 | 27 | 26 |
| Other Support Staff | 16 | 16 | 16 |
West Hancock Community Schools District Schools
We have listed the 3 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by West Hancock Community Schools District in the list 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:
- Garner-Hayfield Community School District (2 Schools)
- Forest City Community School District (4 Schools)
- Ventura Community School District (2 Schools)
- Belmond-Klemme Community School District (3 Schools)
- Algona Community School District (5 Schools)
West Hancock Community Schools District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Britt
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Britt Elementary School 510 9th Ave Sw Britt IA 50423 (641) 843-3833 | PK-4 | 19 | 311 |
| West Hancock High School 420 9th Ave Sw Britt IA 50423 (641) 843-3863 | 9-12 | 14 | 195 |
Teaching in Kanawha
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hancock Middle School 423 East 5th St Kanawha IA 50447 (641) 762-3261 | 5-8 | 14 | 160 |