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Analysis: Forrestville Valley administrators rank 567th in state for average pay

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Administrators in Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221 earn an average of $91,662 per year, ranking 567th out of 858 districts in the state, according to a NW Illinois News analysis of the latest Illinois schools report card.

The 2017 average is 21.5% lower than in 2013 and 8.9% lower than in 2008. District administrators make 13.7% 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 Ogle County school district enrolled 856 students in 2016-17. There is an average of 171 students for every administrator, compared to a statewide ratio of 190 to 1.

Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221 administrator salaries, 10-year trend
Year
Average salary
Student-to-administrator ratio
2008
$100,593
152:1
2009
$112,048
185:1
2010
$111,846
178:1
2011
$126,668
221:1
2012
$131,954
216:1
2013
$116,831
243:1
2014
$104,375
180:1
2015
$103,239
215:1
2016
$87,871
168:1
2017
$91,662
171:1

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