NBPS -- New Bedford Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
New Bedford Public Schools has an estimated 10,000 students and 800 teachers. The tables below detail school administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of Massachusetts, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been gathered through several sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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Massachusetts Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, the following table details average salary and ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of Massachusetts. 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 | $43,750 | $34,680-$59,090 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $85,240 | $49,250 - $126,170 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $82,690 | $48,710 - $117,860 |
| Middle School Teacher | $85,460 | $51,470 - $122,400 |
| High School Teacher | $82,960 | $49,820 - $111,040 |
| PE Teacher | $66,740 | $34,290 - $102,260 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Massachusetts, 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 and ranges for special education teachers in Massachusetts.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Preschool) | $43,750 | $34,680-$59,090 |
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $82,230 | $51,640 - $112,380 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Massachusetts, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff for the state of Massachusetts below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $67,980 | $45,980-$111,810 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $117,980 | $77,650 - $163,790 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $76,860 | $46,450 - $104,400 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of Massachusetts, 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 New Bedford Public Schools is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Massachusetts | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $30,151 | $23,689 |
| Administrators | $14,114 | $10,934 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
New Bedford Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by New Bedford Public 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 New Bedford Public Schools per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 861 | 877 | 816 |
| Preschool Teachers | 31 | 30 | 29 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 66 | 69 | 64 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 550 | 557 | 532 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 214 | 221 | 192 |
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 | 232 | 234 | 244 |
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 New Bedford Public Schools are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 402 | 402 | 379 |
| District Support Staff | 130 | 103 | 85 |
| School Administrators | 47 | 46 | 45 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 81 | 106 | 94 |
| Student Support Staff | 120 | 114 | 123 |
| Other Support Staff | 14 | 22 | 24 |
| Guidance Counselors | 34 | 30 | 29 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 17 | 13 | 13 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 17 | 17 | 16 |
New Bedford Public Schools Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, New Bedford Public Schools oversees 26 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:
- Fairhaven School District (5 Schools)
- Dartmouth School District (6 Schools)
- Acushnet School District (2 Schools)
- Westport School District (4 Schools)
- Mattapoisett School District (2 Schools)
New Bedford Public Schools Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln School 445 Ashley Blvd New Bedford MA 02745 (508) 997-4511 |
KG-5 | 38 | 801 |
| Alfred J Gomes School 286 South Second St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
PK-5 | 37 | 688 |
| Betsey B Winslow School 561 Allen St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
KG-5 | 16 | 279 |
| Casmir Pulaski School 1097 Braley Rd New Bedford MA 02745 (508) 997-4511 |
PK-5 | 43 | 664 |
| Charles S Ashley School 122 Rochambeau St New Bedford MA 02745 (508) 997-4511 |
KG-5 | 18 | 360 |
| Elizabeth Carter Brooks School 212 Nemasket St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
PK-5 | 16 | 332 |
| Ellen R Hathaway School 256 Court St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
KG-5 | 17 | 276 |
| Elwyn G Campbell School 145 Essex St New Bedford MA 02745 (508) 997-4511 |
PK-5 | 16 | 260 |
| Hayden / Mcfadden School 361 Cedar Grove New Bedford MA 02746 (508) 997-4511 |
PK-5 | 41 | 639 |
| Horatio a Kempton School 135 Shawmut Ave New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
KG-5 | 8 | 104 |
| James B Congdon School 50 Hemlock St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
KG-5 | 18 | 319 |
| Jireh Swift School 2203 Acushnet Ave New Bedford MA 02745 (508) 997-4511 |
KG-5 | 14 | 245 |
| John Avery Parker School 705 County St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
PK-5 | 19 | 292 |
| John B Devalles School 120 Katherine St New Bedford MA 02744 (508) 997-4511 |
KG-5 | 19 | 379 |
| John Hannigan School 71 Portland St New Bedford MA 02744 (508) 997-4511 |
1-5 | 12 | 234 |
| Keith Middle School 225 Hathaway Blvd New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
6-8 | 66 | 843 |
| Mt Pleasant School 261 Mt Pleasant Stre New Bedford MA 02746 (508) 997-4511 |
PK-5 | 23 | 384 |
| New Bedford High School 230 Hathaway Blvd New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
9-12 | 169 | 2,426 |
| Normandin Middle School 81 Felton St New Bedford MA 02745 (508) 985-4300 |
6-8 | 75 | 1,046 |
| Renaissance Community School for the Arts 286 South Second St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
PK-2 | 9 | 176 |
| Roosevelt Middle School 119 Frederick St New Bedford MA 02744 (508) 997-4511 |
6-8 | 55 | 732 |
| Sgt Wm H Carney Academy 247 Elm St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
PK-5 | 42 | 734 |
| Thomas R Rodman School 497 Mill St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
PK-5 | 9 | 164 |
| West Side Jr-Sr High School 181 Hillman St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
6-12 | 7 | 41 |
| Whaling City Junior/Sr. High School 455 County St New Bedford MA 02740 (508) 997-4511 |
6-12 | 13 | 99 |
| William H Taylor School 620 Brock Ave New Bedford MA 02744 (508) 997-4511 |
KG-5 | 15 | 227 |