Mitchell School District 17-2
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are over 200 teachers and instructors and three thousand students that are enrolled at the 9 schools operated by Mitchell School District 17-2. The tables below detail school administration and teacher salaries for the entire state of South Dakota, due to more localized data not being available. The data has been gathered through a number of sources. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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South Dakota Teacher Salary Details
Since more localized data is unavailable, this table details average salary ranges for teachers, which is provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the state of South Dakota. 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 | $32,810 | $23,210-$47,460 |
| Kindergarten Teacher | $47,280 | $38,260 - $56,670 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $48,390 | $38,600 - $59,450 |
| Middle School Teacher | $49,230 | $38,890 - $59,460 |
| High School Teacher | $49,190 | $38,620 - $59,840 |
| PE Teacher | $45,790 | $28,750 - $68,830 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of South Dakota, 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 average salary ranges for special education teachers in South Dakota.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Special Ed. (Kindergarten & Elementary) | $49,540 | $39,070 - $59,200 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of South Dakota, SOC Codes: 25-2051, 25-2052, 25-2053, 25-2054
School Administrators and Staff Salary
See salary ranges and details on school administrators, counselors, and librarians for the state of South Dakota below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Preschool) | $61,670 | $37,660-$97,970 |
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $83,390 | $63,320 - $102,480 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $48,950 | $36,610 - $62,840 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, State of South Dakota, 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 Mitchell School District 17-2 is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | South Dakota | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $9,102 | $10,979 |
| Administrators | $23,375 | $13,382 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Mitchell School District 17-2 Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by Mitchell School District 17-2. 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 Mitchell School District 17-2 per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 172 | 153 | 182 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 12 | 11 | 12 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 96 | 95 | 103 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 43 | 44 | 46 |
| Teachers for Classes w/o Grade Levels | 19 | - | 17 |
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 | 57 | 59 | 61 |
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 Mitchell School District 17-2 are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 175 | 175 | 171 |
| District Support Staff | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| Student Support Staff | 16 | 16 | 19 |
| Other Support Staff | 74 | 133 | 126 |
Mitchell School District 17-2 Schools
According to the 2014 NCES school district survey, Mitchell School District 17-2 oversees 9 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:
- Mount Vernon School District 17-3 (3 Schools)
- Ethan School District 17-1 (3 Schools)
- Hanson School District 30-1 (6 Schools)
- Sanborn Central School District 55-5 (4 Schools)
- Stickney School District 01-2 (4 Schools)
Mitchell School District 17-2 Map & Boundaries
Teaching in Alexandria
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockport Colony School 25209 Rockport Rd Alexandria SD 57311 (605) 239-4214 |
KG-8 | 2 | 22 |
Teaching in Mitchell
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary School 1301 North Kimball Ave Mitchell SD 57301 (605) 995-3091 |
KG-5 | 28 | 436 |
| L B Williams Elementary School 1420 West University Blvd Mitchell SD 57301 (605) 995-3090 |
KG-5 | 32 | 482 |
| Longfellow Elementary School 110 North Mentzer Mitchell SD 57301 (605) 995-3092 |
KG-5 | 28 | 373 |
| Mitchell High School 920 North Capital St Mitchell SD 57301 (605) 995-3034 |
9-12 | 49 | 774 |
| Mitchell Middle School 800 West 10th Ave Mitchell SD 57301 (605) 995-3051 |
6-8 | 42 | 572 |
| Rosedale Colony School 25986 Rosedale Rd Mitchell SD 57301 (605) 239-4215 |
KG-8 | 2 | 16 |