MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota has climbed three spots in the national rankings for average teacher pay, moving from 49th to 46th place. According to the National Education Association’s latest report for the 2023-24 school year, the average salary for K-12 teachers in the state is now just over $56,000. While state education leaders see progress as a positive step, they say that continued investment in teachers remains a priority. For more Government stories from MitchellNow.com, Click Here.
South Dakota Teacher Pay Rises Slightly in National Rankings
South Dakota has improved its national standing in average teacher pay, moving up from 49th to 46th place, according to the National Education Association’s 2023–24 report.
