Kentwood Public Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
According to published data more than 400 teachers and instructors are employed at Kentwood Public Schools District. The tables below profile teacher salaries at Kentwood Public Schools District. The data has been gathered through several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Kentwood Public Schools District Teacher Salary Details
This table lists average salary and ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming region. 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 | $34,890 | $24,840-$47,640 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $58,240 | $39,820 - $76,350 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,500 | $41,560 - $87,530 |
| Middle School Teacher | $61,890 | $37,770 - $88,670 |
| High School Teacher | $65,210 | $38,090 - $92,060 |
| PE Teacher | $50,460 | $22,560 - $87,250 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, 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 lists average salary and ranges for special education teachers that work for Kentwood Public Schools District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $62,890 | $41,560 - $80,960 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, 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 and support staff for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $47,360 | $31,770-$65,440 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,490 | $61,310 - $127,100 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $55,450 | $38,020 - $76,840 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, 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 Kentwood Public Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $31,496 | $27,288 |
| Administrators | $17,648 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Kentwood Public Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Kentwood Public 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 Kentwood Public Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 444 | 463 | 456 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 20 | 29 | 24 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 127 | 129 | 131 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 215 | 215 | 211 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 83 | 88 | 90 |
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 | 190 | 240 | 205 |
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 Kentwood Public Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 408 | 408 | 417 |
| District Administrators | 11 | 12 | 10 |
| School Administrators | 24 | 25 | 26 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 73 | 70 | 66 |
| Student Support Staff | 66 | 79 | 72 |
| Other Support Staff | 232 | 220 | 243 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 13 | 14 |
| Guidance Counselors | 14 | 13 | 11 |
Kentwood Public Schools District Schools
We have listed the 17 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by Kentwood Public 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:
- Kelloggsville Public Schools District (8 Schools)
- Godwin Heights Public Schools District (5 Schools)
- Wyoming Public Schools District (8 Schools)
- Byron Center Public Schools District (6 Schools)
- Godfrey-Lee Public Schools District (5 Schools)
Kentwood Public Schools District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Caledonia
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer Elementary School 2307 68th St Se Caledonia MI 49316 (616) 554-0302 |
PK-5 | 26 | 500 |
Teaching in Grand Rapids
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowen Elementary School 4483 Kalamazoo Ave Se Grand Rapids MI 49508 (616) 455-5220 |
KG-5 | 15 | 323 |
| Brookwood Elementary School 5465 Kalamazoo Ave Se Grand Rapids MI 49508 (616) 455-0030 |
KG-5 | 18 | 328 |
| Challenger Elementary School 2475 52nd St Se Grand Rapids MI 49508 (616) 698-2524 |
PK-5 | 17 | 322 |
| Crestwood Middle School 2674 44th St Se Grand Rapids MI 49512 (616) 455-1200 |
6-8 | 37 | 687 |
| Crossroads Alternative High School 28 60th St Se Grand Rapids MI 49548 (616) 261-6166 |
6-12 | 14 | 258 |
| Discovery Elementary School 2461 60th St Se Grand Rapids MI 49508 (616) 871-1080 |
KG-5 | 23 | 484 |
| East Kentwood Freshman Campus School 6170 Valley Ln Dr Se Grand Rapids MI 49508 (616) 698-9292 |
9-9 | 39 | 767 |
| East Kentwood High School 6230 Kalamazoo Ave Se Grand Rapids MI 49508 (616) 698-6700 |
10-12 | 95 | 1,914 |
| Endeavor Elementary School 5757 East Paris Ave Se Grand Rapids MI 49512 (616) 554-5241 |
PK-5 | 29 | 549 |
| Glenwood Elementary School 912 Silverleaf St Se Grand Rapids MI 49508 (616) 455-2510 |
KG-5 | 17 | 331 |
| Meadowlawn Elementary School 4939 Burgis Ave Se Grand Rapids MI 49508 (616) 534-4608 |
KG-5 | 16 | 334 |
| Pine Rest - Kentwood Public Schools 300 68th St Se Grand Rapids MI 49548 (616) 554-3980 |
3-12 | 6 | 52 |
| Pinewood Middle School 2100 60th St Se Grand Rapids MI 49508 (616) 455-1224 |
6-8 | 40 | 738 |
| Southwood Elementary School 630 66th St Se Grand Rapids MI 49548 (616) 455-7230 |
KG-5 | 12 | 312 |
| Townline Elementary School 100 60th St Se Grand Rapids MI 49548 (616) 538-4120 |
PK-5 | 16 | 305 |
| Valleywood Middle School 1110 50th St Se Grand Rapids MI 49508 (616) 538-7670 |
6-8 | 28 | 452 |