RRPS -- Rio Rancho Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are just over 1000 teachers and instructors and 20,000 students enrolled at the 19 schools operated by RRPS. The RRPS teacher and administration salary details displayed in the following tables are obtained from several government sources as listed below the salary tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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RRPS Teacher Salary Details
This table lists average salary and ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Albuquerque and surrounding areas. 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 | $33,070 | $23,920-$46,190 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $54,600 | $46,740 - $63,190 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,610 | $47,300 - $72,690 |
| Middle School Teacher | $82,030 | $49,120 - $102,690 |
| High School Teacher | $60,290 | $47,230 - $79,350 |
| PE Teacher | $41,310 | $23,920 - $63,720 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Albuquerque, 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 details average salary and ranges for special education teachers who work for RRPS and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $69,910 | $47,320 - $96,190 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Albuquerque, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about average salary details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the Albuquerque area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $52,550 | $35,990-$70,630 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,120 | $73,420 - $126,250 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $61,570 | $37,580 - $101,750 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Albuquerque, 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 RRPS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | New Mexico | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $11,519 | $13,737 |
| Administrators | $5,853 | $8,768 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Rio Rancho Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by RRPS. 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 RRPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,032 | 1,046 | 1,052 |
| Preschool Teachers | 25 | 25 | 30 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 57 | 55 | 55 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 356 | 353 | 350 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 378 | 390 | 390 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 216 | 223 | 227 |
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 | 22 | 25 | 26 |
| Teaching Assistants | 282 | 294 | 303 |
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 RRPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 659 | 659 | 656 |
| District Administrators | 19 | 23 | 23 |
| School Administrators | 45 | 45 | 46 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 178 | 178 | 179 |
| Student Support Staff | 158 | 159 | 158 |
| Other Support Staff | 245 | 253 | 251 |
| Librarians | 16 | 17 | 17 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 7 | 11 |
| Guidance Counselors | 36 | 39 | 36 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 10 | 9 | 10 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 26 | 30 | 25 |
RRPS Schools
We have listed the 19 schools and their contact information, which is operated by RRPS in the list 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:
- Bernalillo Public Schools District (10 Schools)
- Albuquerque Public Schools (163 Schools)
- Jemez Valley Public Schools District (4 Schools)
- Los Lunas Public Schools (16 Schools)
- Moriarty-Edgewood Scool District (8 Schools)
Rio Rancho Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cielo Azul Elementary School 1550 34th Ave Rio Rancho NM 87144 (505) 338-2320 |
KG-5 | 52 | 828 |
| Colinas Del Norte Elementary School 1001 23rd Ave Rio Rancho NM 87144 (505) 896-0667 |
PK-5 | 48 | 673 |
| E. S. Stapleton Elementary School 3100 8th Ave Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 896-0667 |
KG-5 | 58 | 915 |
| Eagle Ridge Middle School 800 Fruta Rd Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 896-0667 |
6-8 | 53 | 828 |
| Enchanted Hills Elementary School 5400 Obregon Rd Ne Rio Rancho NM 87144 (505) 896-0667 |
KG-5 | 46 | 684 |
| Lincoln Middle School 2287 Lema Rd Se Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 896-0667 |
6-8 | 56 | 973 |
| Mountain View Middle School 4101 Montreal Loop Rio Rancho NM 87144 (505) 896-0667 |
6-8 | 52 | 878 |
| Mrtn L King Jr Elementary School 1301 27th St Se Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 896-0667 |
KG-5 | 55 | 876 |
| Puesta Del Sol Elementary School 450 Southern Blvd Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 896-0667 |
KG-5 | 55 | 736 |
| Rio Rancho Alternative School 421 Quantum Rd Ne Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 338-4658 |
9-12 | 14 | 206 |
| Rio Rancho Cyber Academy 1330 Jackie Rd Se Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 896-0667 |
6-12 | 9 | 154 |
| Rio Rancho Elementary School 4601 Pepe Ortiz Se Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 896-0667 |
PK-5 | 46 | 636 |
| Rio Rancho High School 500 Laser Rd Ne Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 896-0667 |
9-12 | 131 | 2,477 |
| Rio Rancho Middle High School 1600 40th St Ne Rio Rancho NM 87144 (505) 896-0667 |
6-8 | 73 | 1,219 |
| Sandia Vista Elementary School 6800 Franklin Rd Ne Rio Rancho NM 87144 (505) 338-2526 |
PK-5 | 38 | 587 |
| Southwest Elementary School 1500 Veranda Rd Se Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 896-0667 |
KG-5 | 64 | 1,040 |
| The Pre-Kindergarten Center School 4477 9th Ave Ne Rio Rancho NM 87124 (505) 896-0667 |
PK-PK | 28 | 457 |
| V.sue Cleveland High School 4800 Laban Rd Ne Rio Rancho NM 87144 (505) 938-0300 |
9-12 | 122 | 2,383 |
| Vista Grande Elementary School 7001 Chayote Rd Ne Rio Rancho NM 87144 (505) 896-0667 |
KG-5 | 43 | 651 |