McHenry Times

Administrators in Cary Community Consolidated School District 26 earn an average of $93,562 per year, ranking 530th out of 858 districts in the state, according to a McHenry Times analysis of the latest Illinois schools report card.

The 2017 average is 7.3% lower than in 2013 and 7.2% lower than in 2008. District administrators make 12% less than the state average of $106,273.

Administrator salaries depend on the district's size, location and resources, as well as the individual's level of experience and education, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

The Mchenry County school district enrolled 2429 students in 2016-17. There is an average of 162 students for every administrator, compared to a statewide ratio of 190 to 1.