SCHL Dividend History & Analysis | 2.6% Yield

SCHL has a dividend yield of 2.6% and paid 0.8 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 2.55%
Payout Ratio 103.9%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 7.46%
Consistency Lifetime 96.8%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.71%
Payout FCF 95.0%
Streak Years 11
Dividend Rating 59.15%
Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis) and average yield as orange dashed line.
■ Payout Yield (right) ■ Price (left) ┅┅ Avg Payout Yield

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Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD YIELD TTM YIELD ON COST 5y
A3M 1,353 M 10.13% 27.28%
MFEA 2,421 M 9.28% 19.35%
TFI 1,692 M 9.22% 10.55%
SESG 3,973 M 7.91% 11.68%
PUB 23,665 M 3.90% 16.32%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD GROWTH RATE CONSISTENCY
NXST 6,193 M 27.67% 100.0%
NYT 12,221 M 25.51% 84.8%
A3M 1,353 M 37.85% 71.8%
PUB 23,665 M 15.83% 97.6%
EVC 814 M 18.92% 93.2%
Quality Dividend Peers in Publishing NYT New York Times
1.18% Yield WLY John Wiley & Sons
3.84% Yield
SCHL Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of May 2026
EX-DATE RECORD PAYMENT PERIOD DIV/SHARE GROWTH PAYOUT YIELD
2026-04-30 2026-04-30 2026-06-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.5%
2026-01-30 2026-01-30 2026-03-16 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.57%
2025-10-31 2025-10-31 2025-12-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.7%
2025-08-29 2025-08-29 2025-09-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.77%
2025-04-30 2025-04-30 2025-06-16 Quarterly 0.2 0% 1.11%
2025-01-31 2025-01-31 2025-03-14 Quarterly 0.2 0% 1.01%
2024-10-31 2024-10-31 2024-12-16 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.79%
2024-08-30 2024-08-30 2024-09-16 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.63%
2024-04-29 2024-04-30 2024-06-17 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.55%
2024-01-30 2024-01-31 2024-03-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.51%
2023-10-30 2023-10-31 2023-12-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.54%
2023-08-30 2023-08-31 2023-09-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.46%
2023-04-27 2023-04-28 2023-06-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.55%
2023-01-30 2023-01-31 2023-03-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.47%
2022-10-28 2022-10-31 2022-12-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.53%
2022-08-30 2022-08-31 2022-09-15 Quarterly 0.2 +33.3% 0.43%
2022-04-28 2022-04-29 2022-06-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% 0.4%
2022-01-28 2022-01-31 2022-03-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% 0.37%
2021-10-28 2021-10-29 2021-12-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% 0.42%
2021-08-30 2021-08-31 2021-09-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% 0.45%
2021-04-29 2021-04-30 2021-06-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2021-01-28 2021-01-29 2021-03-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2020-10-29 2020-10-30 2020-12-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2020-08-28 2020-08-31 2020-09-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2020-04-29 2020-04-30 2020-06-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2020-01-30 2020-01-31 2020-03-16 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2019-10-30 2019-10-31 2019-12-16 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2019-08-29 2019-08-30 2019-09-16 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2019-04-29 2019-04-30 2019-06-17 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2019-01-30 2019-01-31 2019-03-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2018-10-30 2018-10-31 2018-12-17 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2018-08-30 2018-08-31 2018-09-17 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2018-04-27 2018-04-30 2018-06-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2018-01-30 2018-01-31 2018-03-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2017-10-30 2017-10-31 2017-12-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2017-08-29 2017-08-31 2017-09-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2017-04-26 2017-04-28 2017-06-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2017-01-27 2017-01-31 2017-03-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2016-10-27 2016-10-31 2016-12-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2016-08-29 2016-08-31 2016-09-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2016-04-27 2016-04-29 2016-06-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2016-01-27 2016-01-29 2016-03-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2015-10-28 2015-10-30 2015-12-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2015-08-27 2015-08-31 2015-09-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2015-04-28 2015-04-30 2015-06-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2015-01-28 2015-01-30 2015-03-16 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2014-10-29 2014-10-31 2014-12-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2014-08-27 2014-08-29 2014-09-15 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2014-04-28 2014-04-30 2014-06-16 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2014-01-29 2014-01-31 2014-03-17 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A

SCHL Dividend FAQ

Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is a global publisher and distributor of children’s media, educational materials, and books. The company operates through four primary segments: Childrens Book Publishing and Distribution, Education Solutions, Entertainment, and International. Its portfolio includes major proprietary franchises such as Harry Potter and The Hunger Games, alongside licensed properties like Pokémon and Peppa Pig.

What is the Dividend Yield of SCHL?

As of May 2026, SCHL's dividend yield is 2.55%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.80 USD by the current share price of 39.70.

Does SCHL pay a dividend?

As of May 2026, SCHL paid a dividend of 0.80 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-04-30 and the payout was 0.2 USD.

How often does SCHL pay dividends?

SCHL pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, SCHL has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-04-30.

SCHL dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for SCHL for the next payments are between 0.202 (+1.0%) and 0.205 (+2.5%). This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable. The expected Yield for the next 12 months is about 2.05%.

Will SCHL pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.2 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-04-30. The next Ex-Dividend date for Scholastic (SCHL) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for SCHL?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Scholastic (SCHL) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of SCHL?

SCHL's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 7.46% per year. Strong growth: SCHL's dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of SCHL?

SCHL's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 2.71%. If you bought SCHL's shares at 29.48 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (0.80 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 2.71% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of SCHL?

SCHL Payout Consistency is 96.8%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number. Very consistent: Scholastic has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does SCHL have a good Dividend Yield?

SCHL's 2.55% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of SCHL?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of SCHL is 103.9%. Dangerously high - this is usually not sustainable and may lead to a dividend cut or NAV decline.

What is the Dividend Rating of SCHL?

SCHL's Overall Dividend Rating is 59.15%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

SCHL Outstanding Shares Analysis
The Chart shows the outstanding shares over time per year.

What is the Trend in SCHL's Outstanding Shares?

Scholastic's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 8.36% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -80.9%). Shareholder-friendly: The company is actively buying back shares, reducing the share count. This increases earnings per share and often leads to higher dividends per share over time, as profits are distributed among fewer shareholders.

Has SCHL ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jan 17, 2001 with a ratio of 2:1. This was a forward split: Each share became 2 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

YEAR NUMBER OF SHARES ANNUAL GROWTH RATE
1989 23,333,300 0%
1990 21,250,000 -8.93%
1991 22,704,000 +6.84%
1992 32,615,400 +43.65%
1993 32,083,300 -1.63%
1994 32,500,000 +1.3%
1995 34,175,800 +5.16%
1996 34,684,700 +1.49%
1997 34,210,500 -1.37%
1998 34,835,200 +1.83%
1999 35,913,000 +3.09%
2000 38,169,500 +6.28%
2001 39,349,100 +3.09%
2002 40,540,500 +3.03%
2003 39,940,100 -1.48%
2004 40,277,800 +0.85%
2005 42,341,800 +5.12%
2006 42,914,300 +1.35%
2007 39,100,000 -8.89%
2008 37,700,000 -3.58%
2009 36,800,000 -2.39%
2010 34,900,000 -5.16%
2011 31,700,000 -9.17%
2012 32,700,000 +3.15%
2013 32,289,000 -1.26%
2014 33,331,000 +3.23%
2015 35,126,000 +5.39%
2016 35,214,000 +0.25%
2017 35,588,000 +1.06%
2018 35,900,000 +0.88%
2019 35,100,000 -2.23%
2020 34,400,000 -1.99%
2021 35,600,000 +3.49%
2022 35,400,000 -0.56%
2023 31,400,000 -11.3%
2024 28,600,000 -8.92%
2025 25,800,000 -9.79%
2026 25,800,000 0%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield

Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.

Payout Ratio

Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.

Payout FCF

Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.

Growth Rate (CAGR)

Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.

Consistency

Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.

Yield on Cost

Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.

Streak

Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.

Dividend Rating

Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-05-16 02:37 UTC