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Analysis: Crystal Lake administrators rank 388th in state for average pay

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Administrators in Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District 47 earn an average of $100,993 per year, ranking 388th out of 864 districts in the state, according to a McHenry Times analysis of the latest Illinois schools report card.

The 2018 average is 1.1% lower than in 2014 and 4.4% lower than in 2009. District administrators make 5.9% less than the state average of $107,279.

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 7553 students in 2017-18. There is an average of 157 students for every administrator, compared to a statewide ratio of 181 to 1.

Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District 47 administrator salaries, 10-year trend
Year
Average salary
Student-to-administrator ratio
2009
$105,685
222:1
2010
$103,505
219:1
2011
$102,087
232:1
2012
$99,970
216:1
2013
$95,450
174:1
2014
$102,161
214:1
2015
$101,398
157:1
2016
$96,174
156:1
2017
$98,067
157:1
2018
$100,993.40
157:1

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