Ruidoso Municipal Schools District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
It is estimated that over 100 teachers and support staff are employed at Ruidoso Municipal Schools District. 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 obtained 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 salary ranges for teachers, which is 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 displays 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 Ruidoso Municipal Schools District is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | New Mexico | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $13,879 | $13,747 |
| Administrators | $6,656 | $8,768 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Ruidoso Municipal Schools District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Ruidoso Municipal 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 Ruidoso Municipal Schools District per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 128 | 128 | 123 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 42 | 43 | 43 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 60 | 60 | 53 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 14 | 14 | 15 |
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 | 29 | 27 | 29 |
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 Ruidoso Municipal Schools District are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 73 | 73 | 76 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 23 | 21 | 23 |
| Student Support Staff | 17 | 17 | 20 |
| Other Support Staff | 25 | 24 | 22 |
Ruidoso Municipal Schools District Schools
Based on the data from the 2014 NCES school district survey, Ruidoso Municipal Schools District operates 5 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:
- Capitan Municipal Schools District (3 Schools)
- Hondo Valley Public Schools District (2 Schools)
- Cloudcroft Municipal Schools District (3 Schools)
- Carrizozo Municipal Schools District (3 Schools)
- Tularosa Municipal Schools District (4 Schools)
Ruidoso Municipal Schools District Map & Boundaries
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nob Hill Elementary School 105 South Sutton Dr Ruidoso NM 88345 (575) 257-9041 |
PK-KG | 13 | 188 |
| Ruidoso High School 125 Warrior Dr Ruidoso NM 88345 (575) 258-4910 |
9-12 | 31 | 555 |
| Ruidoso Middle School 123 Warrior Dr Ruidoso NM 88345 (505) 257-4051 |
6-8 | 30 | 473 |
| Sierra Vista Primary School 199 White Mountain Dr Ruidoso NM 88345 (575) 258-4943 |
1-2 | 19 | 349 |
| White Mountain Elementary School 203 White Mountain Dr Ruidoso NM 88345 (575) 258-4220 |
3-5 | 28 | 497 |