Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are over 400 teachers and support staff and 7,000 students enrolled at the 11 schools operated by Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District. The Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District district's salary data provided below are obtained from several government agencies as noted under each salary table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District Teacher Salary Details
This table lists average salary ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington 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 | $38,180 | $29,840-$49,510 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $67,490 | $44,930 - $94,380 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $67,950 | $46,770 - $98,970 |
| Middle School Teacher | $67,200 | $47,320 - $98,100 |
| High School Teacher | $66,370 | $47,590 - $80,780 |
| PE Teacher | $52,220 | $27,940 - $76,400 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, 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 details average salary ranges for special education teachers are employed by Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $38,180 | $29,840-$49,510 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $66,500 | $45,570 - $92,970 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, 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, including counselors and librarians for the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $63,810 | $40,980-$91,700 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $116,000 | $70,300 - $154,850 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $64,780 | $46,310 - $92,500 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, 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 Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Minnesota | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $25,194 | $17,708 |
| Administrators | $11,552 | $10,976 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Prior Lake-Savage Area 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 Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 361 | 372 | 392 |
| Preschool Teachers | 9 | 10 | 10 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 22 | 22 | 25 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 167 | 165 | 171 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 158 | 168 | 178 |
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 | 9 | 9 | 23 |
| Teaching Assistants | 109 | 117 | 96 |
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 Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 296 | 296 | 301 |
| District Administrators | 9 | 10 | 11 |
| District Support Staff | 19 | 20 | 20 |
| School Administrators | 16 | 16 | 17 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 36 | 36 | 35 |
| Student Support Staff | 120 | 130 | 135 |
| Other Support Staff | 94 | 84 | 83 |
| Guidance Counselors | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 8 | 9 | 10 |
Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District oversees 11 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed 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:
- Shakopee Public School District (13 Schools)
- Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District (20 Schools)
- Bloomington Lincoln High School (22 Schools)
- Lakeville South High School (16 Schools)
- Eden Prairie High School (13 Schools)
Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Prior Lake
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Hawks Elementary School 16620 Five Hawks Ave Se Prior Lake MN 55372 (952) 226-0100 |
KG-5 | 30 | 522 |
| Grainwood Elementary School 5061 Minnesota St Se Prior Lake MN 55372 (952) 226-0300 |
KG-5 | 23 | 343 |
| Hidden Oaks Middle School 15855 Fish Point Rd Prior Lake MN 55372 (952) 226-0700 |
6-8 | 48 | 914 |
| Jeffers Pond Elementary School 14800 Jeffers Pass Nw Prior Lake MN 55372 (952) 226-0600 |
KG-5 | 27 | 495 |
| Pond Edge Elementary School 5304 Westwood Dr Se Prior Lake MN 55372 (952) 226-0900 |
PK-KG | 18 | 262 |
| Prior Lake-Savage Area Alc School 15875 Franklin Tr Se Prior Lake MN 55372 (952) 226-8603 |
9-12 | 5 | 61 |
| Twin Oaks Middle School 15860 Fish Point Rd Se Prior Lake MN 55372 (952) 226-0500 |
6-8 | 44 | 825 |
| Westwood Elementary School 5370 Westwood Dr Prior Lake MN 55372 (952) 226-0400 |
KG-5 | 29 | 530 |
Teaching in Savage
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale Elementary School 6601 Connelly Parkway Savage MN 55378 (952) 226-0200 |
KG-5 | 31 | 562 |
| Prior Lake High School 7575 150th St West Savage MN 55378 (952) 226-8600 |
9-12 | 101 | 2,398 |
| Redtail Ridge Elementary School 15200 Hampshire Ave Savage MN 55378 (952) 226-8000 |
KG-5 | 34 | 598 |