RISD -- Richardson Independent School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are just over two thousand teachers and instructors and thirty nine thousand students that are enrolled at the 58 schools operated by Richardson Independent School District. The tables below provide teacher salaries for the entire state of Texas, due to more localized data not being available. The data is sourced from a number of 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 displays average salary ranges for teachers sourced 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 details average 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 salary ranges and 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 Richardson Independent School District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Texas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $8,341 | $7,929 |
| Administrators | $4,371 | $6,477 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Richardson Independent School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Richardson Independent School 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 Richardson Independent School District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 2,417 | 2,405 | 2,497 |
| Preschool Teachers | 33 | 33 | 39 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 182 | 186 | 199 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 1,083 | 1,050 | 1,079 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 907 | 936 | 984 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 212 | 200 | 196 |
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 | 34 | 33 | 37 |
| Teaching Assistants | 324 | 285 | 258 |
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 Richardson Independent School District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,789 | 1,789 | 1,834 |
| District Administrators | 65 | 69 | 79 |
| District Support Staff | 168 | 173 | 173 |
| School Administrators | 215 | 252 | 251 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 265 | 258 | 266 |
| Student Support Staff | 220 | 217 | 228 |
| Other Support Staff | 779 | 820 | 837 |
| Librarians | 53 | 52 | 51 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 30 | 29 |
| Guidance Counselors | 102 | 102 | 101 |
| Other School Counselors | 102 | 102 | 101 |
Richardson Independent School District Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Richardson Independent School District manages 58 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:
- Garland Independent School District (74 Schools)
- Plano Independent School District (85 Schools)
- Highland Park Independent School District (9 Schools)
- Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District (41 Schools)
- Allen Independent School District (24 Schools)
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Schools By City
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Teaching in Dallas
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aikin Elementary School 12300 Pleasant Vly Dr Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-1820 |
PK-6 | 45 | 757 |
| Audelia Creek Elementary School 12600 Audelia Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-2900 |
PK-6 | 43 | 685 |
| Bowie Elementary School 7643 La Manga Dr Dallas TX 75248 (469) 593-6000 |
PK-6 | 39 | 554 |
| Brentfield Elementary School 6767 Brentfield Dr Dallas TX 75248 (469) 593-5730 |
KG-6 | 39 | 645 |
| Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School 13900 Maham Rd Dallas TX 75240 (469) 593-4900 |
1-6 | 47 | 757 |
| Dobie Primary School 14040 Rolling Hills Ln Dallas TX 75240 (469) 593-4100 |
PK-KG | 33 | 687 |
| Forest Lane Academy 9663 Forest Ln Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-1850 |
PK-6 | 46 | 788 |
| Forest Meadow Junior High School 9373 Whitehurst Dr Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-1500 |
7-8 | 52 | 733 |
| Forestridge Elementary School 10330 Bunchberry Dr Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-8500 |
PK-6 | 41 | 665 |
| Hamilton Park Pacesetter Magnet School 8301 Towns St Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-3900 |
PK-6 | 52 | 705 |
| Lake Highlands Elementary School 9501 Ferndale Rd Dallas TX 75238 (469) 593-2100 |
PK-6 | 42 | 741 |
| Lake Highlands Freshman Center School 10200 White Rock Trl Dallas TX 75238 (469) 593-1300 |
9-9 | 62 | 775 |
| Lake Highlands High School 9449 Church Rd Dallas TX 75238 (469) 593-1000 |
9-12 | 102 | 1,720 |
| Lake Highlands Junior High School 10301 Walnut Hill Ln Dallas TX 75238 (469) 593-1600 |
7-8 | 54 | 787 |
| Liberty Junior High School 10330 Lawler Rd Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-7888 |
7-8 | 46 | 696 |
| Merriman Park Elementary School 7101 Winedale Dr Dallas TX 75231 (469) 593-2800 |
KG-6 | 30 | 442 |
| Moss Haven Elementary School 9202 Moss Farm Ln Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-2200 |
KG-6 | 28 | 439 |
| Northlake Elementary School 10059 Ravensway Dr Dallas TX 75238 (469) 593-2300 |
PK-6 | 38 | 645 |
| Northwood Hills Elementary School 14532 Meandering Way Dallas TX 75240 (469) 593-4300 |
KG-6 | 28 | 402 |
| Parkhill Junior High School 16500 Shadybank Dr Dallas TX 75248 (469) 593-5600 |
7-8 | 39 | 604 |
| Prestonwood Elementary School 6525 La Cosa Dallas TX 75248 (469) 593-6700 |
KG-6 | 26 | 418 |
| Risd Academy 13630 Coit Rd Dallas TX 75240 (469) 593-3300 |
1-6 | 55 | 939 |
| Skyview Elementary School 9229 Meadowknoll Dr Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-2400 |
PK-6 | 52 | 771 |
| Spring Creek Elementary School 7667 Roundrock Rd Dallas TX 75248 (469) 593-4500 |
PK-6 | 23 | 333 |
| Spring Valley Elementary School 13535 Spring Grove Ave Dallas TX 75240 (469) 593-4600 |
PK-6 | 29 | 424 |
| Stults Road Elementary School 8700 Stults Rd Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-2500 |
PK-6 | 44 | 740 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary School 9666 Ferris Branch Dallas TX 75243 (469) 593-6800 |
PK-6 | 44 | 670 |
| Wallace Elementary School 9921 Kirkhaven Dr Dallas TX 75238 (469) 593-2600 |
KG-6 | 43 | 705 |
| Westwood Junior High School 7630 Arapaho Rd Dallas TX 75248 (469) 593-3600 |
7-8 | 47 | 686 |
| White Rock Elementary School 9229 Chiswell Rd Dallas TX 75238 (469) 593-2700 |
PK-6 | 45 | 753 |
Teaching in Garland
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Springs Elementary School 3301 West Campbell Rd Garland TX 75044 (469) 593-8100 |
KG-6 | 31 | 449 |
| O Henry Elementary School 4100 Tynes Dr Garland TX 75042 (469) 593-8200 |
PK-6 | 30 | 455 |
Teaching in Richardson
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apollo Junior High School 1600 Apollo Rd Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-7900 |
7-8 | 47 | 638 |
| Arapaho Classical Magnet School 1300 Cypress Dr Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-6400 |
KG-6 | 37 | 543 |
| Berkner High School 1600 East Spring Vly Rd Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-7000 |
9-12 | 177 | 2,528 |
| Canyon Creek Elementary School 2100 Copper Rdg Dr Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-6500 |
PK-6 | 20 | 268 |
| Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center School 900 South Greenville Ave Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-5800 |
5-12 | 21 | 50 |
| Dartmouth Elementary School 417 Dartmouth Ln Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-8400 |
PK-6 | 20 | 349 |
| Dover Elementary School 700 Dover Dr Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-4200 |
PK-6 | 37 | 634 |
| Greenwood Hills Elementary School 1313 West Shore Dr Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-6100 |
KG-6 | 31 | 416 |
| Jess Harben Elementary School 600 South Glenville Dr Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-8800 |
PK-6 | 23 | 403 |
| Mark Twain Elementary School 1200 Larkspur Dr Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-4800 |
PK-6 | 32 | 470 |
| Math / Science / Technology Magnet School 450 Abrams Rd Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-7300 |
KG-6 | 37 | 573 |
| Mohawk Elementary School 1500 Mimosa Dr Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-6600 |
KG-6 | 23 | 368 |
| Northrich Elementary School 1301 Custer Rd Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-6200 |
PK-6 | 32 | 518 |
| Pearce High School 1600 North Coit Rd Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-5000 |
9-12 | 136 | 2,176 |
| Prairie Creek Elementary School 2120 East Prairie Creek Dr Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-6300 |
KG-6 | 18 | 307 |
| Richardson Heights Elementary School 101 North Floyd Rd Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-4400 |
PK-6 | 33 | 509 |
| Richardson High School 1250 West Belt Line Rd Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-3000 |
9-12 | 176 | 2,564 |
| Richardson North Junior High School 1820 North Floyd Rd Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-5400 |
7-8 | 44 | 632 |
| Richardson Terrace Elementary School 300 North Dorothy Ave Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-8700 |
PK-6 | 34 | 521 |
| Richardson West Junior High School 1309 Holly Dr Richardson TX 75080 (469) 593-3700 |
7-8 | 53 | 788 |
| Richland Elementary School 550 Park Bend Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-4650 |
KG-6 | 37 | 611 |
| Springridge Elementary School 1801 East Spring Vly Rd Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-8600 |
KG-6 | 25 | 395 |
| Yale Elementary School 1900 East Collins Blvd Richardson TX 75081 (469) 593-8300 |
KG-6 | 31 | 443 |