SDOL -- School District of Lancaster
Teacher Salary and Benefits
According to published data more than 800 teachers are employed at SDOL. The SDOL teacher salary information provided in the tables below are taken from several government and organizational agencies as listed 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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SDOL Teacher Salary Details
The table below displays average salary and ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Lancaster region. 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 | $32,290 | $23,710-$44,060 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $63,170 | $38,800 - $85,990 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $68,650 | $50,760 - $81,060 |
| Middle School Teacher | $75,110 | $42,960 - $106,100 |
| High School Teacher | $74,630 | $50,160 - $97,730 |
| PE Teacher | $52,300 | $22,330 - $86,650 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Lancaster, 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 and ranges for special education teachers who work for SDOL and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $68,120 | $48,720 - $82,380 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Lancaster, 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 Lancaster area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $51,110 | $35,570-$76,380 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $101,990 | $77,360 - $129,380 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $68,650 | $44,990 - $90,170 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Lancaster, 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 SDOL is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Pennsylvania | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $24,872 | $21,769 |
| Administrators | $16,818 | $16,329 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
School District of Lancaster Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by SDOL. 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 SDOL per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 765 | 780 | 784 |
| Preschool Teachers | 22 | 21 | 21 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 36 | 39 | 37 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 342 | 345 | 342 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 297 | 297 | 293 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 69 | 77 | 91 |
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 | 148 | 148 | 192 |
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 SDOL are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 435 | 435 | 378 |
| School Administrators | 47 | 53 | 51 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 36 | 36 | 48 |
| Other Support Staff | 276 | 275 | 274 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 4 | 12 |
| Guidance Counselors | 31 | 32 | 30 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 13 | 14 | 13 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 18 | 18 | 17 |
SDOL Schools
We have listed the 19 schools and their contact information, which is managed by SDOL in the list 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:
- Manheim Township School District (9 Schools)
- Penn Manor School District (10 Schools)
- Conestoga Valley School District (6 Schools)
- Lampeter-Strasburg School District (5 Schools)
- Hempfield School District (10 Schools)
School District of Lancaster Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burrowes School 1001 East Orange St Lancaster PA 17602 (717) 291-6159 |
PK-5 | 27 | 400 |
| Carter and Macrae Elementary School 251 South Prince St Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 396-6842 |
PK-5 | 30 | 400 |
| Elizabeth R Martin Elementary School 1990 Wabank Rd Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 291-6193 |
KG-6 | 23 | 403 |
| Fulton Elementary School 225 West Orange St Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 291-6110 |
PK-5 | 32 | 448 |
| George Washington Elementary School 545 South Ann St Lancaster PA 17602 (717) 291-6275 |
PK-5 | 44 | 590 |
| Hamilton Elementary School 1300 Wabank Rd Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 291-6166 |
KG-5 | 33 | 492 |
| Hand Middle School 431 South Ann St Lancaster PA 17602 (717) 291-6161 |
6-8 | 45 | 489 |
| James Buchanan Elementary School 340 South West End Ave Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 291-6151 |
PK-6 | 27 | 440 |
| King Elementary School 466 Rockland St Lancaster PA 17602 (717) 291-6178 |
PK-5 | 40 | 540 |
| Lafayette Elementary School 1000 Fremont St Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 291-6183 |
PK-5 | 36 | 508 |
| Lincoln Middle School 1001 Lehigh Ave Lancaster PA 17602 (717) 291-6187 |
6-8 | 48 | 519 |
| Mccaskey Campus School 445 North Reservoir St Lancaster PA 17602 (717) 291-6211 |
9-12 | 186 | 2,542 |
| Phoenix Academy 630 Rockland St Lancaster PA 17602 (717) 735-7860 |
6-12 | 11 | 458 |
| Price Elementary School 615 Fairview Ave Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 291-6252 |
PK-5 | 34 | 448 |
| Reynolds Middle School 605 West Walnut St Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 291-6257 |
6-8 | 46 | 559 |
| Ross Elementary School 840 North Queen St Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 291-6268 |
PK-5 | 22 | 387 |
| Thomas Wharton Elementary School 705 North Mary St Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 291-6281 |
PK-5 | 21 | 346 |
| Wheatland Middle School 919 Hamilton Park Dr Lancaster PA 17603 (717) 291-6285 |
6-8 | 43 | 605 |
| Wickersham Elementary School 401 North Reservoir St Lancaster PA 17602 (717) 291-6291 |
PK-5 | 30 | 502 |