Employment
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Employee Wellness Program
- South Dakota Retirement System
Douglas School District ranks among the top five districts in South Dakota for teacher compensation.
Insurance and Benefits Guide
Our Schools
The Douglas School District serves approximately 2,800 students and employs more than 400 people. More than 72 percent of DSD teachers have advanced degrees, and the average teacher has 15.9 years of experience. DSD is rich in diversity, and 40 percent of the students are military-connected. In 2021, all DSD schools received the distinguished Purple Star designation for their support and commitment to meeting the unique needs of military-connected students and their families.
DSD is home to Patriot Elementary (includes grades K-3), Vandenberg Elementary (grades 4 & 5), Douglas Middle School, and Douglas High School. DSD’s Carrousel building also houses the district’s early intervention program and special services programs and staff.
Our Community
Box Elder, home to Ellsworth Air Force Base, is a growing residential community for both military and civilian families. With a population of slightly more than 10,000, it is the 12th largest city in South Dakota and one of the fastest-growing cities. Box Elder is just minutes from Rapid City, South Dakota’s second-largest city. It’s the gateway to the Black Hills, with Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, Badlands National Park, and Deadwood nearby!