Port Arthur Independent School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
It is estimated that over 500 teachers are employed at Port Arthur ISD. The Port Arthur ISD administration and teacher salary information presented in the data tables below are gathered from several government and organizational agencies as listed 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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Port Arthur ISD Teacher Salary Details
The following table lists average salary ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Beaumont-Port Arthur 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 | $36,810 | $22,680-$57,090 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $52,530 | $45,620 - $58,340 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $57,250 | $47,850 - $64,110 |
| Middle School Teacher | $54,850 | $47,860 - $61,200 |
| High School Teacher | $60,040 | $47,320 - $79,000 |
| PE Teacher | $53,120 | $21,130 - $91,240 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Beaumont-Port Arthur, 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 average salary ranges for special education teachers who work for Port Arthur ISD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $55,660 | $45,610 - $63,120 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Beaumont-Port Arthur, 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 Beaumont-Port Arthur area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $86,450 | $63,830 - $103,650 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $59,960 | $36,470 - $75,660 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Beaumont-Port Arthur, 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 Port Arthur ISD is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Texas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $11,750 | $7,930 |
| Administrators | $9,733 | $6,477 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Port Arthur Independent School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Port Arthur ISD. 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 Port Arthur ISD per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 580 | 571 | 545 |
| Preschool Teachers | 34 | 31 | 28 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 39 | 40 | 39 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 226 | 215 | 207 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 219 | 195 | 181 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 62 | 89 | 90 |
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 | 122 | 127 | 141 |
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 Port Arthur ISD are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 519 | 519 | 508 |
| District Support Staff | 61 | 50 | 54 |
| School Administrators | 46 | 43 | 44 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 54 | 55 | 54 |
| Student Support Staff | 55 | 53 | 55 |
| Other Support Staff | 310 | 310 | 295 |
| Librarians | 10 | 10 | 12 |
| Guidance Counselors | 21 | 21 | 23 |
| Other School Counselors | 21 | 21 | 23 |
Port Arthur ISD Schools
We have listed the 17 schools and their contact information, which is overseen by Port Arthur ISD 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:
- Port Neches-Groves Independent School District (11 Schools)
- Nederland Independent School District (9 Schools)
- Bridge City Independent School District (ISD) (4 Schools)
- Orangefield Independent School District (ISD) (3 Schools)
- Sabine Pass Independent School District (ISD) (2 Schools)
Port Arthur Independent School District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dequeen Elementary School 740 Dequeen Blvd Port Arthur TX 77640 (409) 984-8900 |
PK-5 | 29 | 552 |
| Dowling Elementary School 6301 Pat Ave Port Arthur TX 77640 (409) 984-4960 |
PK-5 | 26 | 339 |
| Edison Middle School 2200 Jefferson Dr Port Arthur TX 77642 (409) 984-4860 |
6-8 | 51 | 1,055 |
| Houston Elementary School 3245 36th St Port Arthur TX 77642 (409) 984-4800 |
PK-5 | 45 | 655 |
| Lee Elementary School 3900 10th St Port Arthur TX 77642 (409) 984-8300 |
PK-5 | 44 | 766 |
| Memorial 9th Grade Academy at Austin 2441 61st St Port Arthur TX 77640 (409) 736-1521 |
9-9 | 35 | 558 |
| Memorial High School 3501 Ssgt Lucian Adam Dr Port Arthur TX 77642 (409) 984-4000 |
10-12 | 101 | 1,547 |
| New Elementary School 1300 Freeman Ave Port Arthur TX 77640 (409) 984-8600 |
PK-5 | 24 | 335 |
| Staff Sergeant Lucian Adams Elementary School 5701 9th Ave Port Arthur TX 77642 (409) 984-4100 |
PK-5 | 32 | 718 |
| Travis Elementary School 1115 Lakeview Ave Port Arthur TX 77642 (409) 984-4700 |
PK-5 | 36 | 666 |
| Tyrrell Elementary School 4401 Ferndale Dr Port Arthur TX 77642 (409) 984-4660 |
PK-5 | 36 | 721 |
| Wheatley Elementary School 1100 Jefferson Dr Port Arthur TX 77642 (409) 984-8750 |
PK-PK | 27 | 431 |
| Wilson Middle School 1023 Abe Lincoln Ave Port Arthur TX 77640 (409) 984-8700 |
6-8 | 45 | 786 |