BCPS -- Battle Creek Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
BCPS has an estimated five thousand students and 300 teachers and instructors. The BCPS teacher salary information provided in the data tables below are obtained 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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BCPS Teacher Salary Details
The table below displays average salary and ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Battle Creek 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $33,890 | $27,770-$44,950 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $64,000 | $45,840 - $79,980 |
| Middle School Teacher | $65,300 | $45,910 - $95,880 |
| High School Teacher | $65,800 | $46,050 - $83,700 |
| PE Teacher | $45,400 | $22,580 - $75,680 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Battle Creek, 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 who work for BCPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $69,200 | $51,190 - $81,520 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Battle Creek, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff for the Battle Creek area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $99,710 | $77,600 - $133,470 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $57,910 | $39,250 - $83,200 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Battle Creek, 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 BCPS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $29,342 | $27,285 |
| Administrators | $19,123 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Battle Creek Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by BCPS. 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 BCPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 349 | 328 | 309 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 26 | 26 | 23 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 133 | 121 | 121 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 115 | 116 | 107 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 68 | 61 | 54 |
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 | 41 | 46 | 41 |
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 BCPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 253 | 253 | 243 |
| District Administrators | 9 | 13 | 13 |
| School Administrators | 20 | 30 | 27 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 39 | 38 | 39 |
| Student Support Staff | 23 | 26 | 21 |
| Other Support Staff | 150 | 145 | 141 |
BCPS Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, BCPS manages 13 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed 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:
- Lakeview School District (calhoun) (6 Schools)
- Pennfield School District (5 Schools)
- Harper Creek Community Schools District (6 Schools)
- Climax-Scotts Community Schools District (3 Schools)
- Athens Area Schools District (2 Schools)
Battle Creek Public Schools Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Battle Creek
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ann J. Kellogg School 306 Champion St Battle Creek MI 49037 (269) 965-9773 |
PK-5 | 26 | 231 |
| Battle Creek Central High School 100 Van Buren St West Battle Creek MI 49017 (269) 965-9526 |
9-12 | 59 | 1,152 |
| Coburn School 39 Fairhome Ave Battle Creek MI 49015 (269) 965-9730 |
KG-5 | 14 | 249 |
| Dudley School 308 Roosevelt Ave West Battle Creek MI 49037 (269) 965-9720 |
PK-5 | 17 | 233 |
| Franklin School 20 Newark Ave Battle Creek MI 49014 (269) 965-9693 |
KG-5 | 17 | 313 |
| Fremont School 115 Emmett St East Battle Creek MI 49017 (269) 965-9715 |
KG-5 | 16 | 260 |
| Lamora Park School 65 Woodlawn Ave North Battle Creek MI 49037 (269) 965-9725 |
PK-5 | 14 | 199 |
| Northwestern Middle School 176 Limit St Battle Creek MI 49037 (269) 965-9607 |
6-8 | 34 | 456 |
| South Hill Academy 100 Van Buren St West Battle Creek MI 49017 (269) 965-9531 |
7-12 | 6 | 74 |
| Urbandale School 123 Bedford Rd North Battle Creek MI 49037 (269) 965-9735 |
PK-5 | 19 | 338 |
| Verona School 825 Capital Ave Ne Battle Creek MI 49017 (269) 965-9710 |
PK-5 | 24 | 353 |
Teaching in Springfield
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Middle School 1023 Ave a Springfield MI 49037 (269) 965-9640 |
6-8 | 27 | 547 |
| Valley View Elementary School 960 Ave a Springfield MI 49037 (269) 965-9760 |
PK-5 | 24 | 480 |