APS -- Alamogordo Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
APS manages 15 schools with more than 400 teachers. The tables below profile administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of New Mexico, due to more localized data not being available. The data is taken from a number of sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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New Mexico Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, the following table displays average salary ranges for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of New Mexico. There can be wide variations in salary, which can be attributed to experience or education levels, for example teachers with master's in education degrees may get a higher salary.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teacher | $33,060 | $23,920-$47,330 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $56,490 | $43,990 - $66,680 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,890 | $47,100 - $82,270 |
| Middle School Teacher | $73,820 | $47,000 - $102,610 |
| High School Teacher | $62,500 | $46,910 - $81,150 |
| PE Teacher | $44,030 | $23,920 - $73,600 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of New Mexico, 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 ranges for special education teachers in New Mexico.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $33,060 | $23,920-$47,330 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $65,650 | $45,040 - $96,170 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of New Mexico, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the state of New Mexico below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $52,660 | $35,990-$70,630 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,380 | $71,990 - $125,700 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $62,090 | $36,910 - $99,390 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of New Mexico, 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 APS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | New Mexico | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $12,037 | $13,743 |
| Administrators | $6,632 | $8,768 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Alamogordo Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by APS. 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 APS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 372 | 366 | 363 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 32 | 29 | 24 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 107 | 102 | 112 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 155 | 159 | 161 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 70 | 68 | 58 |
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 | 9 | 9 | 11 |
| Teaching Assistants | 105 | 116 | 111 |
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 APS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 341 | 341 | 294 |
| District Administrators | 13 | 14 | 14 |
| School Administrators | 19 | 20 | 19 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 75 | 77 | 67 |
| Student Support Staff | 67 | 69 | 66 |
| Other Support Staff | 164 | 159 | 127 |
| Guidance Counselors | 19 | 17 | 16 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 14 | 13 | 12 |
APS Schools
We have listed the 15 schools and their contact information, which is operated by APS 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:
- Tularosa Municipal Schools District (4 Schools)
- Cloudcroft Municipal Schools District (3 Schools)
- Ruidoso Municipal Schools District (5 Schools)
- Capitan Municipal Schools District (3 Schools)
- Carrizozo Municipal Schools District (3 Schools)
Alamogordo Public Schools Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Alamogordo
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy Del Sol Alternative 1200 Florida Ave Bldg C Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
10-12 | 11 | 187 |
| Alamogordo High School 103 Cuba Ave Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
9-12 | 93 | 1,432 |
| Buena Vista Elementary School 2600 19th St Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
KG-5 | 17 | 270 |
| Chaparral Jr High School 1401 College Ave Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
6-8 | 46 | 686 |
| Heights Elementary School 2410 10th St Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
KG-5 | 14 | 283 |
| High Rolls Elementary School 23 Kerr Canyon Alamogordo NM 88325 (505) 439-3270 |
KG-5 | 3 | 24 |
| Holloman Middle School 1st St and Arizona St 768 Alamogordo NM 88330 (505) 439-3270 |
6-8 | 15 | 188 |
| Holloman Primary School 750 Arnold Alamogordo NM 88330 (505) 439-3270 |
PK-5 | 25 | 468 |
| Mt. View Middle School 500 South Canyon Rd Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
6-8 | 30 | 408 |
| North Elementary School 1300 North Florida Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
PK-5 | 19 | 339 |
| Oregon Elementary School 1500 Oregon Ave Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
KG-5 | 14 | 286 |
| Sacramento Elementary School 300 Alaska Ave Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
KG-5 | 15 | 252 |
| Sierra Elementary School 2211 Puerto Rico Ave Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
KG-5 | 20 | 398 |
| Yucca Elementary School 310 Dale Scott Blvd Alamogordo NM 88310 (505) 439-3270 |
PK-5 | 26 | 551 |
Teaching in La Luz
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Luz Elementary School 99 Alamo La Luz NM 88337 (505) 439-3270 |
KG-5 | 16 | 293 |