Buchanan Community Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are over 80 teachers and instructors and 2,000 students that are enrolled at the 4 schools operated by Buchanan Community Schools District. The Buchanan Community Schools District administration and teacher salary figures provided below are gathered from several government agencies as listed below the salary tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Buchanan Community Schools District Teacher Salary Details
The following table displays average salary and ranges for teachers that is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Niles-Benton Harbor 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 | $32,390 | $24,950-$45,260 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,930 | $38,890 - $77,900 |
| Middle School Teacher | $63,300 | $37,770 - $84,780 |
| High School Teacher | $65,310 | $43,300 - $83,550 |
| PE Teacher | $46,430 | $22,740 - $76,880 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Niles-Benton Harbor, SOC Codes: 25-2011, 25-2012, 25-2021, 25-2022, 25-2031, 27-2022, 25-3098, 25-9041
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Niles-Benton Harbor area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $92,770 | $58,910 - $123,150 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $51,040 | $37,340 - $74,610 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Niles-Benton Harbor, 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 Buchanan Community Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $26,707 | $27,290 |
| Administrators | $13,846 | $15,231 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Buchanan Community Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Buchanan Community 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 Buchanan Community Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 84 | 84 | 86 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 28 | 31 | 33 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 40 | 38 | 37 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 11 | 10 | 11 |
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 | 17 | 18 | 18 |
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 Buchanan Community Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 70 | 70 | 75 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| Student Support Staff | 10 | 11 | 15 |
| Other Support Staff | 34 | 33 | 35 |
Buchanan Community Schools District Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, Buchanan Community Schools District manages 4 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:
- Niles Community School District (14 Schools)
- Brandywine Community Schools District (5 Schools)
- Berrien Springs Public Schools District (16 Schools)
- Eau Claire Public Schools District (3 Schools)
- Bridgman Public Schools District (3 Schools)
Buchanan Community Schools District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buchanan High School 401 West Chicago St Buchanan MI 49107 (269) 695-8403 |
8-12 | 30 | 595 |
| Buchanan Middle School 610 West 4th St Buchanan MI 49107 (269) 695-8406 |
5-7 | 21 | 357 |
| Moccasin Elementary School 410 Moccasin St Buchanan MI 49107 (269) 695-8408 |
PK-2 | 23 | 377 |
| Ottawa Elementary School 109 Ottawa St Buchanan MI 49107 (269) 695-8409 |
3-4 | 11 | 256 |