MISD -- Mesquite Independent School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) has an estimated 40,000 students and two thousand teachers. The tables below provide school administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of Texas, due to more localized data not being available. The data is obtained 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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Texas Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table details salary ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Texas. 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 | $39,620 | $22,900-$63,070 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $59,560 | $47,850 - $72,810 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,790 | $48,180 - $72,570 |
| Middle School Teacher | $59,800 | $48,240 - $72,470 |
| High School Teacher | $61,210 | $48,280 - $76,970 |
| PE Teacher | $57,630 | $21,680 - $95,270 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Texas, 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 Texas.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $39,620 | $22,900-$63,070 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $60,870 | $48,780 - $74,950 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Texas, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the state of Texas below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $53,620 | $33,700-$79,230 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $90,440 | $64,620 - $123,690 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $60,690 | $38,280 - $80,720 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Texas, 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 Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Texas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $7,980 | $7,930 |
| Administrators | $5,800 | $6,477 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Mesquite Independent School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Mesquite Independent School District (MISD). 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 Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 2,441 | 2,482 | 2,529 |
| Preschool Teachers | 19 | 22 | 22 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 140 | 150 | 153 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 1,077 | 1,095 | 1,105 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 983 | 994 | 1,007 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 221 | 222 | 243 |
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 | 15 | 15 | 16 |
| Teaching Assistants | 434 | 473 | 483 |
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 Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,710 | 1,710 | 1,788 |
| District Administrators | 70 | 73 | 79 |
| District Support Staff | 102 | 100 | 105 |
| School Administrators | 130 | 140 | 152 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 164 | 162 | 165 |
| Student Support Staff | 172 | 165 | 169 |
| Other Support Staff | 992 | 1,070 | 1,118 |
| Librarians | 44 | 45 | 48 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 16 | 15 |
| Guidance Counselors | 84 | 85 | 87 |
| Other School Counselors | 84 | 85 | 87 |
Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) Schools
We have listed the 48 schools and their contact information, which is managed by Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) in the list 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:
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- Forney Independent School District (14 Schools)
- Garland Independent School District (74 Schools)
- Dallas Independent School District (238 Schools)
- Crandall Independent School District (ISD) (6 Schools)
Mesquite Independent School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Balch Springs
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floyd Elementary School 3025 Hickory Tree Rd Balch Springs TX 75180 (972) 882-7100 |
PK-5 | 48 | 861 |
| Gray Elementary School 3500 Pioneer Rd Balch Springs TX 75180 (972) 882-7280 |
PK-6 | 53 | 939 |
| Hodges Elementary School 14401 Spring Oaks Balch Springs TX 75180 (972) 290-4040 |
PK-6 | 54 | 933 |
| Mackey Elementary School 14900 North Spring Ridge Circl Balch Springs TX 75180 (972) 290-4160 |
KG-5 | 53 | 875 |
Teaching in Garland
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price Elementary School 630 Stroud Ln Garland TX 75043 (972) 290-4100 |
KG-6 | 32 | 534 |
Teaching in Mesquite
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Achziger Elementary School 3300 Ridgeranch Rd Mesquite TX 75181 (972) 290-4180 |
PK-5 | 54 | 878 |
| Agnew Middle School 729 Wilkinson Dr Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-5750 |
7-8 | 50 | 846 |
| Austin Elementary School 3020 Poteet Dr Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-7220 |
KG-6 | 29 | 464 |
| Beasley Elementary School 919 Green Canyon Dr Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-5160 |
PK-6 | 28 | 441 |
| Berry Middle School 2675 Bear Dr Mesquite TX 75181 (972) 882-5850 |
6-8 | 54 | 919 |
| Black Elementary School 328 East Newsom St Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-7240 |
KG-6 | 38 | 606 |
| Cannaday Elementary School 2701 Chisolm Tr Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-5060 |
KG-6 | 38 | 519 |
| Florence Elementary School 4621 Gleneagle St Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 290-4080 |
PK-6 | 34 | 592 |
| Galloway Elementary School 200 Clary Dr Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-5101 |
PK-6 | 47 | 751 |
| Gentry Elementary School 1901 Twin Oaks Dr Mesquite TX 75181 (972) 290-4140 |
PK-6 | 45 | 765 |
| Hanby Elementary School 912 Cascade St Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-5040 |
PK-5 | 60 | 1,024 |
| Horn High School 3300 East Cartwright Rd Mesquite TX 75181 (972) 882-5200 |
9-12 | 139 | 2,246 |
| James P Terry Middle School 2351 Edwards Church Rd Mesquite TX 75181 (972) 882-5650 |
6-8 | 53 | 862 |
| Kimball Elementary School 4010 Coryell Way Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 290-4120 |
KG-6 | 22 | 277 |
| Kimbrough Middle School 3900 North Galloway Ave Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-5900 |
7-8 | 51 | 856 |
| Lawrence Elementary School 3811 Richman Dr Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-7000 |
PK-6 | 33 | 456 |
| Mcdonald Middle School 2930 Town East Blvd Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-5700 |
7-8 | 66 | 1,048 |
| Mckenzie Elementary School 3535 Stephens Green Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-5140 |
KG-6 | 34 | 573 |
| Mcwhorter Elementary School 1700 Hickory Tree Rd Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-7020 |
PK-6 | 51 | 919 |
| Mesquite Academy 2704 Motley Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-7570 |
9-12 | 45 | 176 |
| Mesquite High School 300 East Davis St Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-7800 |
9-12 | 165 | 2,842 |
| Moss Elementary School 1208 New Market Rd Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-7130 |
PK-6 | 35 | 522 |
| Motley Elementary School 3719 Moon Dr Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-5080 |
PK-6 | 29 | 504 |
| New Middle School 3700 South Beltline Rd Mesquite TX 75181 (972) 882-5600 |
6-8 | 72 | 1,037 |
| North Mesquite High School 18201 Lbj Fwy Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-7900 |
9-12 | 166 | 2,633 |
| Pirrung Elementary School 1500 Creek Vly Mesquite TX 75181 (972) 882-7170 |
PK-5 | 30 | 481 |
| Porter Elementary School 517 Via Avenida Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 290-4000 |
PK-6 | 38 | 610 |
| Poteet High School 3300 Poteet Dr Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-5300 |
9-12 | 110 | 1,734 |
| Range Elementary School 2600 Bamboo St Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-5180 |
KG-6 | 36 | 567 |
| Rugel Elementary School 2701 Sybil Dr Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-7260 |
KG-6 | 36 | 459 |
| Rutherford Elementary School 1607 Sierra Dr Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 290-4060 |
KG-5 | 31 | 478 |
| Seabourn Elementary School 2300 Sandy Ln Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-7040 |
PK-6 | 39 | 580 |
| Shands Elementary School 4836 Shands Dr Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 290-4020 |
KG-6 | 55 | 867 |
| Shaw Elementary School 707 Purple Sage Trl Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-7060 |
PK-6 | 49 | 806 |
| Smith Elementary School 2300 Mesquite Valley Rd Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-7080 |
PK-5 | 32 | 518 |
| Thompson Elementary School 2525 Helen Ln Mesquite TX 75181 (972) 882-7190 |
KG-5 | 35 | 572 |
| Tisinger Elementary School 1701 Hillcrest St Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-5120 |
PK-5 | 51 | 837 |
| Tosch Elementary School 2424 Larchmont Dr Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-5000 |
KG-6 | 51 | 825 |
| Vanston Middle School 3230 Karla Dr Mesquite TX 75150 (972) 882-5801 |
7-8 | 51 | 787 |
| West Mesquite High School 2500 Memorial Parkway Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-7600 |
9-12 | 126 | 1,961 |
| Wilkinson Middle School 2100 Crest Park Dr Mesquite TX 75149 (972) 882-5950 |
6-8 | 65 | 921 |