GISD -- Gadsden Independent Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 900 teachers and support staff and 10,000 students that are enrolled at the 21 schools managed by Gadsden Independent Schools. The tables below profile teacher salaries at Gadsden Independent Schools. The data has been taken from multiple sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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GISD Teacher Salary Details
The table below displays the average salary for teachers as provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Las Cruces 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 | $30,250 | $23,920-$40,780 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $62,720 | $43,990 - $80,740 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $70,970 | $47,100 - $96,100 |
| Middle School Teacher | $78,510 | $48,070 - $96,970 |
| High School Teacher | $68,630 | $46,910 - $96,400 |
| PE Teacher | $52,560 | $23,920 - $108,140 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Las Cruces, 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 the average salary for special education teachers that work for GISD and surrounding area school districts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $62,440 | $36,300 - $91,580 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Las Cruces, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Las Cruces area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $93,260 | $73,610 - $114,650 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $67,860 | $39,440 - $98,640 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Las Cruces, 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 Gadsden Independent Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | New Mexico | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $12,924 | $13,713 |
| Administrators | $6,295 | $8,768 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Gadsden Independent Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Gadsden Independent Schools. 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 Gadsden Independent Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 912 | 916 | 899 |
| Preschool Teachers | 30 | 30 | 33 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 27 | 28 | 30 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 396 | 400 | 400 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 344 | 341 | 317 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 116 | 117 | 118 |
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 | 67 | 63 | 59 |
| Teaching Assistants | 264 | 267 | 276 |
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 Gadsden Independent Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 675 | 675 | 704 |
| District Administrators | 17 | 18 | 20 |
| School Administrators | 51 | 51 | 56 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 163 | 167 | 167 |
| Student Support Staff | 126 | 131 | 133 |
| Other Support Staff | 308 | 302 | 323 |
| Guidance Counselors | 31 | 29 | 33 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 11 | 11 | 13 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 20 | 18 | 20 |
Gadsden Independent Schools Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Gadsden Independent Schools manages 21 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed 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:
- Las Cruces Public Schools (42 Schools)
- Hatch Valley Public Schools District (5 Schools)
- Deming Public School District (11 Schools)
- Alamogordo Public Schools (15 Schools)
- Tularosa Municipal Schools District (4 Schools)
Gadsden Independent Schools Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
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Teaching in Anthony
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Elementary School 609 Church St Anthony NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
PK-6 | 32 | 436 |
| Berino Elementary School 455 Shrode Rd Anthony NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
PK-6 | 36 | 528 |
| Chaparral High School 800 County Line Dr Anthony NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
9-12 | 63 | 1,130 |
| Gadsden High School 6308 Hwy 28 Anthony NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
9-12 | 94 | 1,618 |
| Gadsden Middle School 1301 West Washington Anthony NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
7-8 | 55 | 768 |
| La Union Elementary School 875 Mercantile Anthony NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
PK-6 | 21 | 279 |
| Loma Linda Elementary School 1451 Donaldson Ave Anthony NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
KG-8 | 30 | 461 |
| Sunrise Elementary School 1000 County Line Dr Anthony NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
PK-6 | 35 | 503 |
Teaching in Chaparral
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaparral Elementary School 300 Lisa Dr Chaparral NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
PK-6 | 50 | 742 |
| Chaparral Middle School 290 Lisa Dr Chaparral NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
7-8 | 37 | 573 |
| Desert Trails Intermediate School 290 East Lisa Chaparral NM 88021 (505) 882-6203 |
KG-6 | 52 | 921 |
Teaching in Mesquite
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesquite Elementary School 205 Nm Hwy 228 Mesquite NM 88048 (505) 882-6203 |
KG-6 | 28 | 367 |
Teaching in San Miguel
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Valley Elementary School 300 Cascade Ave San Miguel NM 88058 (505) 882-6203 |
PK-6 | 30 | 418 |
Teaching in Santa Teresa
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Teresa Elementary School 201 Commerciantes Santa Teresa NM 88008 (505) 882-6203 |
PK-6 | 36 | 676 |
| Santa Teresa High School 100 Airport Rd Santa Teresa NM 88008 (505) 882-6203 |
9-12 | 74 | 1,267 |
| Santa Teresa Middle School 4800 Mcnutt Rd Santa Teresa NM 88008 (505) 882-6203 |
7-8 | 44 | 636 |
Teaching in Sunland Park
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert View Elementary School 1105 Valle Vista Dr Sunland Park NM 88063 (505) 882-6203 |
KG-6 | 36 | 518 |
| Gadsden Elementary 1440 Hwy 478 Sunland Park NM 88063 (575) 882-3050 |
PK-6 | 33 | 524 |
| Riverside Elementary School 4085 Mcnutt Rd Sunland Park NM 88063 (505) 882-6203 |
PK-6 | 42 | 669 |
| Sunland Park Elementary School 305 Alto Vista Sunland Park NM 88063 (505) 882-6203 |
PK-6 | 26 | 367 |
Teaching in Vado
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vado Elementary School 330 Holguin Rd Vado NM 88072 (505) 882-6203 |
PK-6 | 34 | 475 |