Los Alamos Public Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
Based on recent publications, over 300 teachers and support staff are employed at Los Alamos Public Schools District. The tables below profile teacher and administration salaries for the entire state of New Mexico, due to more localized data not being available. The data is sourced 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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New Mexico Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, the table below lists average salary ranges for teachers sourced 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
Learn more about 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 Los Alamos Public Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | New Mexico | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $13,018 | $13,744 |
| Administrators | $5,023 | $8,768 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Los Alamos Public Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Los Alamos Public Schools District. 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 Los Alamos Public Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 249 | 256 | 257 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 13 | 12 | 10 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 91 | 97 | 100 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 89 | 90 | 90 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 53 | 54 | 54 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistants | 99 | 106 | 110 |
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 Los Alamos Public Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 256 | 256 | 274 |
| District Administrators | 18 | 19 | 21 |
| School Administrators | 10 | 11 | 11 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 58 | 58 | 55 |
| Student Support Staff | 78 | 103 | 124 |
| Other Support Staff | 61 | 64 | 62 |
| Guidance Counselors | 11 | 9 | 10 |
Los Alamos Public Schools District Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, Los Alamos Public Schools District operates 7 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:
- Pojoaque Valley Public School District (5 Schools)
- Espanola Municipal Schools District (15 Schools)
- Santa Fe Public Schools (30 Schools)
- Jemez Valley Public Schools District (4 Schools)
- Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools District (4 Schools)
Los Alamos Public Schools District Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Los Alamos
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Elementary School 2182 33rd St Los Alamos NM 87544 (505) 663-2230 |
KG-8 | 29 | 409 |
| Barranca Mesa Elementary School 57 Loma Del Escolar Los Alamos NM 87544 (505) 663-2230 |
PK-6 | 30 | 405 |
| Los Alamos High School 1300 Diamond Dr Los Alamos NM 87544 (505) 663-2230 |
9-12 | 74 | 1,093 |
| Los Alamos Middle School 1 Hawk Dr Los Alamos NM 87544 (505) 663-2230 |
7-8 | 43 | 541 |
| Mountain Elementary School 2280 North Rd Los Alamos NM 87544 (505) 663-2230 |
KG-6 | 32 | 451 |
Teaching in White Rock
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamisa Elementary School 301 Meadow Ln White Rock NM 87544 (505) 663-2230 |
KG-6 | 23 | 270 |
| Pinon Elementary School 90 Grand Canyon Dr White Rock NM 87544 (505) 663-2230 |
PK-6 | 26 | 356 |