Scholastic Corporation Dividends | Yield & Payout

For Scholastic Corporation (SCHL), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 4.74% and a payout ratio of -1189.47%. Together, these metrics help you judge how much earnings are returned as dividends and whether the payout looks supported. Review the FY summary and payout history tables below to see the trend over time.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

18 years
Metric (FY)202520242023202220212020201920182017201620152014201320122011201020092008
Dividends per share (FY)$0.80$0.80$0.80$0.70$0.60$0.60$0.60$0.60$0.60$0.60$0.60$0.60$0.51$0.48$0.40$0.28$0.28$0.14
Dividend yield (FY) %4.74%2.30%1.78%1.60%1.73%2.03%1.81%1.34%1.41%1.54%1.36%1.75%1.65%1.57%1.20%1.18%1.03%0.00%
Payout ratio (FY) %-1189.47%204.13%29.60%25.56%-188.99%-47.60%135.26%-422.00%39.77%50.62%6.69%40.09%51.13%12.89%27.41%19.43%-48.84%0.00%

Dividend Payout History

70 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-15October 31, 252025-10-31$0.20
2025-09-15August 29, 252025-08-29$0.20
2025-06-16April 30, 252025-04-30$0.20
2025-03-14January 31, 252025-01-31$0.20
2024-12-16October 31, 242024-10-31$0.20
2024-09-16August 30, 242024-08-30$0.20
2024-06-17April 29, 242024-04-30$0.20
2024-03-15January 30, 242024-01-31$0.20
2023-12-15October 30, 232023-10-31$0.20
2023-09-15August 30, 232023-08-31$0.20
2023-06-15April 27, 232023-04-28$0.20
2023-03-15January 30, 232023-01-31$0.20
2022-12-15October 28, 222022-10-31$0.20
2022-09-15August 30, 222022-08-31$0.20
2022-06-15April 28, 222022-04-29$0.15
2022-03-15January 28, 222022-01-31$0.15
2021-12-15October 28, 212021-10-29$0.15
2021-09-15August 30, 212021-08-31$0.15
2021-06-15April 29, 212021-04-30$0.15
2021-03-15January 28, 212021-01-29$0.15
2020-12-15October 29, 202020-10-30$0.15
2020-09-15August 28, 202020-08-31$0.15
2020-06-15April 29, 202020-04-30$0.15
2020-03-16January 30, 202020-01-31$0.15
2019-12-16October 30, 192019-10-31$0.15
2019-09-16August 29, 192019-08-30$0.15
2019-06-17April 29, 192019-04-30$0.15
2019-03-15January 30, 192019-01-31$0.15
2018-12-17October 30, 182018-10-31$0.15
2018-09-17August 30, 182018-08-31$0.15
2018-06-15April 27, 182018-04-30$0.15
2018-03-15January 30, 182018-01-31$0.15
2017-12-15October 30, 172017-10-31$0.15
2017-09-15August 29, 172017-08-31$0.15
2017-06-15April 26, 172017-04-28$0.15
2017-03-15January 27, 172017-01-31$0.15
2016-12-15October 27, 162016-10-31$0.15
2016-09-15August 29, 162016-08-31$0.15
2016-06-15April 27, 162016-04-29$0.15
2016-03-15January 27, 162016-01-29$0.15
2015-12-15October 28, 152015-10-30$0.15
2015-09-15August 27, 152015-08-31$0.15
2015-06-15April 28, 152015-04-30$0.15
2015-03-16January 28, 152015-01-30$0.15
2014-12-15October 29, 142014-10-31$0.15
2014-09-15August 27, 142014-08-29$0.15
2014-06-16April 28, 142014-04-30$0.15
2014-03-17January 29, 142014-01-31$0.15
2013-12-16October 29, 132013-10-31$0.15
2013-09-16August 28, 132013-08-30$0.12
2013-06-17April 26, 132013-04-30$0.12
2013-03-15January 29, 132013-01-31$0.12
2012-12-17October 31, 122012-10-31$0.12
2012-09-17August 29, 122012-08-31$0.12
2012-06-15April 26, 122012-04-30$0.12
2012-03-15January 27, 122012-01-31$0.12
2011-12-15October 27, 112011-10-31$0.10
2011-09-15August 29, 112011-08-31$0.10
2011-06-15April 27, 112011-04-29$0.10
2011-03-15January 27, 112011-01-31$0.10
2010-12-15November 10, 102010-11-15$0.07
2010-09-15August 27, 102010-08-31$0.07
2010-06-15April 28, 102010-04-30$0.07
2010-03-15January 27, 102010-01-29$0.07
2009-12-15October 28, 092009-10-30$0.07
2009-09-15August 27, 092009-08-31$0.07
2009-06-15April 28, 092009-04-30$0.07
2009-03-16January 28, 092009-01-30$0.07
2008-12-15October 29, 082008-10-31$0.07
2008-09-15July 31, 082008-08-04$0.07

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scholastic Corporation's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Scholastic Corporation returns to shareholders relative to its stock price, while the payout ratio indicates how much of its earnings are distributed. Monitoring these metrics helps investors evaluate whether the dividend is sustainable and supported by earnings or cash flow.

How has Scholastic Corporation's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Scholastic Corporation, investors can identify trends in growth or cuts. Consistent or rising dividends over time often signal financial stability, while decreasing dividends may indicate potential risks or shifts in business strategy. Use the FY summary and payout history tables to track changes across multiple years.

Is Scholastic Corporation a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Scholastic Corporation's dividend yield with similar companies in the same sector helps gauge relative attractiveness. A higher yield can be appealing for income-focused investors, but it's important to assess sustainability alongside profitability and balance-sheet strength. Use the related peers section to benchmark dividend yield and payout characteristics.

Can Scholastic Corporation maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Scholastic Corporation's liquidity, cash flow, and debt levels provides insight into whether it can sustain dividend payments during economic volatility. Stocks with strong financial health are more likely to maintain consistent dividends even when markets fluctuate. Pair dividend metrics with the FY payout ratio and the multi-year history tables for context.

Should I consider Scholastic Corporation dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Scholastic Corporation dividends in a long-term portfolio to generate passive income. Assessing dividend yield, payout ratio, growth history, and financial stability helps determine whether the company fits an income-focused or total-return investment strategy. Review the dividend summary and payout history tables to validate consistency over time.