Montgomery County Public Schools (Virginia)
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 800 teachers and instructors and nine thousand students enrolled at the 20 schools managed by MCPS. The MCPS teacher and administration salary figures displayed in the data tables below are taken from several government and organizational agencies as noted under each table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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MCPS Teacher Salary Details
The following table displays the average salary for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford 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 | $33,620 | $22,880-$51,360 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $54,300 | $52,070 - $66,110 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $55,060 | $39,350 - $74,540 |
| Middle School Teacher | $54,280 | $43,580 - $65,340 |
| High School Teacher | $55,620 | $46,380 - $69,220 |
| PE Teacher | $49,400 | $22,880 - $72,700 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, 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 the average salary for special education teachers that work for MCPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $53,150 | $39,060 - $64,790 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $85,590 | $62,190 - $100,420 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $55,760 | $38,040 - $77,010 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, 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 MCPS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $15,812 | $15,882 |
| Administrators | $13,460 | $15,095 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Montgomery County Public Schools (Virginia) Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by MCPS. 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 MCPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 805 | 763 | 789 |
| Preschool Teachers | 15 | 16 | 18 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 46 | 50 | 52 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 330 | 303 | 312 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 414 | 394 | 408 |
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 | 19 | 20 | 18 |
| Teaching Assistants | 180 | 199 | 198 |
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 MCPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 484 | 484 | 462 |
| District Administrators | 17 | 17 | 16 |
| District Support Staff | 30 | 31 | 30 |
| School Administrators | 33 | 34 | 34 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 59 | 59 | 53 |
| Student Support Staff | 47 | 38 | 39 |
| Other Support Staff | 317 | 305 | 291 |
| Librarians | 20 | 18 | 19 |
| Guidance Counselors | 30 | 28 | 28 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 13 | 13 | 12 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 17 | 15 | 16 |
MCPS Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, MCPS manages 20 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:
- Radford City Public Schools District (4 Schools)
- Floyd County Public Schools District (5 Schools)
- Salem City Public Schools District (6 Schools)
- Pulaski County Public Schools (8 Schools)
- Giles County Public Schools District (6 Schools)
Montgomery County Public Schools (Virginia) Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Blacksburg
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blacksburg High School 3401 Bruin Ln Blacksburg VA 24060 (540) 951-5706 |
9-12 | 88 | 1,139 |
| Blacksburg Middle School 3109 Price's Fork Rd Blacksburg VA 24060 (540) 951-5800 |
6-8 | 59 | 829 |
| Gilbert Linkous Elementary School 813 Toms Creek Rd Blacksburg VA 24060 (540) 951-5726 |
PK-5 | 28 | 369 |
| Harding Avenue Elementary School 429 Harding Ave Blacksburg VA 24060 (540) 951-5732 |
PK-5 | 21 | 279 |
| Kipps Elementary School 2801 Prices Fork Rd Blacksburg VA 24060 (540) 951-5760 |
PK-5 | 31 | 372 |
| Margaret Beeks Elementary School 709 Airport Rd Blacksburg VA 24060 (540) 951-5700 |
PK-5 | 32 | 440 |
| Prices Fork Elementary School 4021 Prices Fork Rd Blacksburg VA 24060 (540) 951-5736 |
PK-5 | 35 | 420 |
Teaching in Christiansburg
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christiansburg Elementary School 160 Wades Ln Christiansburg VA 24073 (540) 382-5172 |
3-5 | 32 | 417 |
| Christiansburg High School 100 Independence Blvd Christiansburg VA 24073 (540) 382-5178 |
9-12 | 89 | 1,096 |
| Christiansburg Middle School 1205 Buffalo Dr Nw Christiansburg VA 24073 (540) 394-2180 |
6-8 | 57 | 798 |
| Christiansburg Primary School 240 Betty Dr Christiansburg VA 24073 (540) 382-5175 |
PK-2 | 35 | 474 |
| Falling Branch Elementary School 735 Falling Branch Rd Christiansburg VA 24073 (540) 381-6145 |
PK-5 | 41 | 537 |
Teaching in Elliston
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Montgomery Elementary School 4580 Eastern Montgomery Ln Elliston VA 24087 (540) 268-1147 |
PK-5 | 43 | 504 |
| Eastern Montgomery High School 4695 Crozier Rd Elliston VA 24087 (540) 268-3010 |
9-12 | 29 | 289 |
Teaching in Radford
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belview Elementary School 3187 Peppers Ferry Rd Radford VA 24141 (540) 633-3200 |
PK-5 | 24 | 292 |
Teaching in Riner
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Elementary School 1760 Auburn School Dr Riner VA 24149 (540) 381-6521 |
PK-5 | 44 | 547 |
| Auburn High School 1650 Auburn School Dr Riner VA 24149 (540) 382-5160 |
9-12 | 34 | 388 |
| Auburn Middle School 4069 Riner Rd Riner VA 24149 (540) 382-5165 |
6-8 | 23 | 293 |
Teaching in Shawsville
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawsville Middle School 4179 Old Town Rd Shawsville VA 24162 (540) 268-2262 |
6-8 | 20 | 240 |