Minnesota: education overview
Average teacher salary $76,234 (2024-25), #15 of 51. Source
Public vs private schools
| Public | Private | |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | 2,690 | 510 |
| Students | 876,182 | 88,740 |
| Share of students | 91% | 9% |
Latest federal counts; public and private figures come from different school years, so the share is approximate.
Schools 2022-23Students 2024-25Teachers 2022-23Districts 2021-22
Students, teachers, districts
- Public school districts
- 329
- Public school teachers (full-time equivalent)
- 56,124
- Public school students
- 876,182
Schools 2022-23Students 2024-25Teachers 2022-23Districts 2021-22
How teacher pay is structured
Regular districts generally serve K–12, so elementary and high school teachers normally use the same district teacher pay framework rather than separate grade-level district schedules. Salary schedules are set locally and generally collectively bargained; there is no statewide teacher salary schedule or teacher-specific minimum.
Separate high school districts: noStatewide salary schedule: noSource
For prospective educators
You'd be a good fit if you want strong local bargaining, K–12 districts on a single schedule, and well-regarded public schools.
A general summary, not advice. Pay and conditions vary by district.