LCPS -- Las Cruces Public Schools
Teacher Salary and Benefits
LCPS has an estimated nineteen thousand students and 2,000 educators. The LCPS district's salary figures provided in the tables below are gathered from several government sources as noted below the data tables. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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LCPS Teacher Salary Details
The table below details the average salary for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Las Cruces region. 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 details the average salary for special education teachers who work for LCPS 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 LCPS is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | New Mexico | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $13,662 | $13,735 |
| Administrators | $7,521 | $8,768 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Las Cruces Public Schools Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by LCPS. 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 LCPS per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 1,569 | 1,610 | 1,628 |
| Preschool Teachers | 42 | 51 | 47 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 81 | 81 | 75 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 588 | 568 | 590 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 549 | 592 | 598 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 309 | 319 | 320 |
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 | 39 | 44 | 44 |
| Teaching Assistants | 457 | 464 | 450 |
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 LCPS are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 1,115 | 1,115 | 1,138 |
| District Administrators | 22 | 21 | 23 |
| School Administrators | 110 | 116 | 115 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 240 | 248 | 253 |
| Student Support Staff | 228 | 221 | 230 |
| Other Support Staff | 479 | 509 | 515 |
| Librarians | 12 | 12 | 11 |
| Library Assistants & Technicians | - | 12 | 13 |
| Guidance Counselors | 54 | 55 | 53 |
| Elementary School Guidance Counselors | 26 | 25 | 25 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 28 | 30 | 28 |
LCPS Schools
Based on 2014 NCES school district survey, LCPS has 42 schools. These schools along with their contact information are listed 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:
- Hatch Valley Public Schools District (5 Schools)
- Gadsden Independent Schools (21 Schools)
- Deming Public School District (11 Schools)
- Alamogordo Public Schools (15 Schools)
- Truth Or Consequences Schools District (5 Schools)
Las Cruces Public Schools Map & Boundaries
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Teaching in Clovis
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Elementary School 4201 Emerald St Clovis NM 88101 (505) 527-9636 |
PK-5 | 47 | 756 |
Teaching in Las Cruces
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alameda Elementary School 505 South Main Las Cruces NM 87114 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 32 | 529 |
| Booker T. Washington School 755 East Chestnut Ave Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 27 | 403 |
| Camino Real Middle School 2961 Rdrunner Pky Las Cruces NM 88011 (505) 527-5800 |
6-8 | 38 | 676 |
| Centennial High School 1950 South Sonoma Ranch Blvd Las Cruces NM 88011 (575) 527-9330 |
9-12 | 78 | 1,358 |
| Central Elementary School 150 North Alameda Blvd Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
KG-5 | 22 | 301 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School 5250 Holman Rd Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-2 | 35 | 583 |
| Columbia Elementary School 4555 Elks Dr Las Cruces NM 88005 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 30 | 481 |
| Conlee Elementary School 1701 Boston Dr Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 41 | 554 |
| Desert Hills Elementary School 280 North Rdrunner Pky Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 36 | 573 |
| Dona Ana Elementary School 5551 Camino De Flores Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 31 | 399 |
| Early College High School 3400 South Espina St Las Cruces NM 88012 (505) 527-9540 |
9-12 | 16 | 437 |
| East Picacho Elementary School 4450 North Valley Dr Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 35 | 524 |
| Fairacres Elementary School 4501 West Picacho Ave Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
KG-5 | 27 | 441 |
| Hermosa Hgts Elementary School 1655 East Amador Ave Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 35 | 540 |
| Hillrise Elementary School 1400 South Curnutt St Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 37 | 558 |
| Jornada Elementary School 3400 Elks Dr Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 36 | 568 |
| La Academia De Idiom School 1480 North Main Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
6-8 | 8 | 151 |
| Las Cruces High School 1750 El Paseo Rd Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
9-12 | 107 | 1,669 |
| Las Montanas Charter School 201 East Lohman Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
9-12 | 21 | 204 |
| Loma Heights Elementary School 1600 East Madrid Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 31 | 471 |
| Lynn Middle School 950 South Walnut St Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
6-8 | 48 | 842 |
| Mac Arthur Elementary School 1100 Macarthur Rd Nw Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 30 | 482 |
| Mayfield High School 1955 North Valley Dr Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
9-12 | 100 | 1,638 |
| Mesa Middle 7225 Jornada Rd North Las Cruces NM 88001 (575) 627-2800 |
6-8 | 40 | 602 |
| Mesilla Elementary School 2363 Calle Del Sur Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 24 | 317 |
| Mesilla Park Elementary School 955 West Union Ave Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 32 | 486 |
| Monte Vista Elementary 4675 Peachtree Hills Las Cruces NM 88012 (505) 268-3520 |
PK-5 | 32 | 486 |
| Onate High School 5700 Mesa Grande Dr Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
9-12 | 101 | 1,728 |
| Picacho Middle School 1040 North Motel Blvd Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
6-8 | 49 | 819 |
| Sierra Middle School 1700 Spruce Ave Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
6-8 | 54 | 846 |
| Sonoma Elementary School 4201 Northrise Dr Las Cruces NM 88011 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 40 | 664 |
| Sunrise Elementary School 5300 Holman Rd Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
3-5 | 28 | 459 |
| Tombaugh Elementary School 226 Carver Rd Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 44 | 727 |
| Univ Hills Elementary School 2005 South Locust St Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 26 | 387 |
| Vista Middle School 4465 Elks Dr Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
6-8 | 43 | 707 |
| White Sands Elementary School White Sands Missile Range Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-8 | 27 | 376 |
| Zia Middle School 1300 West University Ave Las Cruces NM 88001 (505) 527-5800 |
6-8 | 50 | 784 |
Teaching in Mesilla
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Andres Learning School Us Hwy 28 Mesilla NM 88046 (505) 527-5800 |
9-12 | 18 | 155 |
Teaching in Roswell
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Elementary School 1400 South Washington Roswell NM 88201 (505) 527-5800 |
PK-5 | 34 | 437 |