Topeka USD -- Topeka Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Topeka Public Schools has an estimated nine thousand students and 1,000 educators. The tables below profile administration and teacher salaries at Topeka Public Schools. The data is sourced from multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Topeka USD Teacher Salary Details
This table displays average salary and ranges for teachers sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Topeka 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 | $45,450 | $23,830-$63,250 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $63,510 | $47,660 - $78,110 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $57,150 | $46,550 - $79,560 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,610 | $47,040 - $77,980 |
| High School Teacher | $54,520 | $45,320 - $65,120 |
| PE Teacher | $46,920 | $21,990 - $74,990 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Topeka, 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 lists average salary and ranges for special education teachers who work for Topeka USD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $45,450 | $23,830-$63,250 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $64,570 | $47,520 - $79,380 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Topeka, 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 and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Topeka area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $48,200 | $30,440-$62,980 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $91,870 | $74,920 - $120,670 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $59,900 | $38,500 - $81,730 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Topeka, 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 Topeka Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Kansas | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $17,098 | $10,740 |
| Administrators | $27,646 | $13,445 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Topeka Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Topeka Public Schools. 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 Topeka Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,104 | 1,191 | 1,231 |
| Preschool Teachers | 43 | 36 | 48 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 363 | 303 | 377 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 268 | 261 | 271 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 396 | 513 | 532 |
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 | 56 | 63 | 70 |
| Teaching Assistants | 280 | 280 | 336 |
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 Topeka Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 486 | 486 | 576 |
| District Support Staff | 54 | 54 | 57 |
| School Administrators | 54 | 57 | 56 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 30 | 30 | 26 |
| Student Support Staff | 182 | 113 | 201 |
| Other Support Staff | 227 | 227 | 233 |
| Librarians | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 10 | 9 |
| Guidance Counselors | 43 | 42 | 43 |
| Other School Counselors | 43 | 42 | 43 |
Topeka Public Schools Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Topeka Public Schools oversees 30 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:
- Seaman School District (8 Schools)
- Auburn-Washburn School District 437 (9 Schools)
- Shawnee Heights School District (6 Schools)
- Silver Lake School District (2 Schools)
- Jefferson West School District (3 Schools)
Topeka Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avondale West Elementary School 3229 Sw Westview Ave Topeka KS 66611 (785) 274-6400 |
KG-5 | 22 | 266 |
| Capital City School 500 Sw Tuffy Kellog Dr Topeka KS 66606 (785) 295-3600 |
5-12 | 31 | 114 |
| Chase Middle School 2250 Ne State St Topeka KS 66616 (785) 295-3840 |
6-8 | 44 | 473 |
| Eisenhower Middle School 3305 Se Minnesota Ave Topeka KS 66605 (785) 274-6160 |
6-8 | 44 | 500 |
| Highland Park Central School 2717 Se Illinois Ave Topeka KS 66605 (785) 235-7000 |
KG-5 | 31 | 367 |
| Highland Park High School 2424 Se California Ave Topeka KS 66605 (785) 274-6000 |
9-12 | 67 | 809 |
| Hope Street Charter Academy 1900 Sw Hope St Topeka KS 66604 (785) 438-4280 |
9-12 | 21 | 155 |
| Jardine Middle School 2600 Sw 33rd St Topeka KS 66611 (785) 274-6330 |
6-8 | 39 | 539 |
| Landon Middle School 731 Sw Fairlawn Rd Topeka KS 66606 (785) 438-4220 |
6-8 | 40 | 470 |
| Lowman Hill Elementary School 1101 Sw Garfield Ave Topeka KS 66604 (785) 235-7060 |
PK-5 | 29 | 325 |
| Marjorie French Middle School 5257 Sw 33rd St Topeka KS 66614 (785) 438-4150 |
6-8 | 42 | 516 |
| Maude Bishop Elementary School 3601 Sw 31st St Topeka KS 66614 (785) 438-4390 |
PK-5 | 23 | 354 |
| Mccarter Elementary School 5512 Sw 16th St Topeka KS 66604 (785) 438-4660 |
KG-5 | 31 | 433 |
| Mcclure Elementary School 2529 Sw Chelsea Dr Topeka KS 66614 (785) 438-4340 |
PK-5 | 28 | 350 |
| Mceachron Elementary School 4433 Sw 29th Terr Topeka KS 66614 (785) 438-4430 |
PK-5 | 27 | 407 |
| Meadows Elementary School 201 Sw Clay St Topeka KS 66606 (785) 235-7150 |
KG-5 | 43 | 593 |
| Quincy Elementary School 1500 Ne Quincy St Topeka KS 66608 (785) 235-7420 |
PK-5 | 27 | 242 |
| Randolph Elementary School 1400 Sw Randolph Ave Topeka KS 66604 (785) 438-4480 |
PK-5 | 26 | 405 |
| Robinson Middle School 1125 Sw 14th St Topeka KS 66604 (785) 295-3770 |
6-8 | 40 | 413 |
| Ross Elementary School 1400 Se 34th St Topeka KS 66605 (785) 274-6280 |
PK-5 | 49 | 595 |
| Scott Computer Technology Magnet School 401 Se Market St Topeka KS 66607 (785) 235-7480 |
PK-5 | 45 | 553 |
| Shaner Elementary School 1600 Sw 34th St Topeka KS 66611 (785) 438-4620 |
KG-5 | 19 | 180 |
| State Street Elementary School 500 Ne Sumner St Topeka KS 66616 (785) 235-7280 |
PK-5 | 40 | 486 |
| Stout Elementary School 2303 Sw College Ave Topeka KS 66611 (785) 438-4710 |
KG-5 | 20 | 257 |
| Topeka High School 800 Sw 10th St Topeka KS 66612 (785) 295-3150 |
9-12 | 114 | 1,881 |
| Topeka West High School 2001 Sw Fairlawn Rd Topeka KS 66604 (785) 438-4000 |
9-12 | 76 | 979 |
| Whitson Elementary School 1725 Sw Arnold Ave Topeka KS 66604 (785) 438-4570 |
PK-5 | 37 | 538 |
| Williams Science and Fine Arts Magnet School 1301 Se Monroe St Topeka KS 66612 (785) 235-7330 |
PK-5 | 46 | 586 |