Industry Software·Standings
Compare K-12 Software
K-12 software helps schools manage student records, attendance, grades, family communication, enrollment, and online learning; the right fit depends on the jobs a school needs covered and the platforms it uses.
A signal score out of 10 summarizes published information, while API, open-source, and free-tier marks help you check how a tool may connect, be adapted, or tried.
- 26 platforms
- 6 with a public API on this page
- 7 with a free tier
- Checked 28 Sept 2026
- 1 O
openSISopensis.comopenSIS is a student information and school-management system for K-12, trade, higher-education and virtual institutions.
- 2 EEdsbyedsby.com
School software with assessment features, an API, and apps for Android, iOS, and the web.
- 3 C
ClassDojoclassdojo.comFamily-school app for sharing classroom media and messages, with teacher feedback points.
- 4 I
itslearningitslearning.comLearning platform with assessments, single sign-on, API access and mobile apps.
- 5 R
Remindremind.comRemind provides two-way school and community messaging through text, mobile apps, email and the web while keeping users' personal contact details private.
- 6 FFedenafedena.com
School software for exams, gradebooks, transport, libraries, attendance, and family communication.
- 7 K
Kiddomkiddom.coK–12 curriculum platform combining instruction, assessment, grouping and teacher-controlled AI tools.
- 8 PS
PowerSchool SISwww1.powerschool.comPowerSchool SIS is a K-12 student information system for school and district operations.
- 9 Q
QuickSchoolsquickschools.comWeb school management system with student information and teacher records; plans start at $0.99 monthly.
- 10 IC
Infinite Campusinfinitecampus.comInfinite Campus is a K–12 student information system with over 1,500 tools.
- 11 SLSchoology Learningpowerschool.com
Learning management system linking teachers, students, and families for teaching, assessment, and tailored pathways.
- 12 TTeacherEaseteacherease.com
Online gradebook for traditional or standards-based grading, lessons, assessments, and parent viewing.
- 13 G
Gradelinkgradelink.comStudent information software for class schedules, grades, report cards, medical files, and transcripts.
- 14 C
Classterclasster.comCloud school platform combining student records, learning tools, admissions, billing and attendance.
- 15 SHSchoolMint Heroschoolmint.com
K-12 behavior and attendance platform that records tardies, passes, rewards, consequences, and frameworks.
- 16 SQSkyward Qmlativskyward.com
District software for student records, business planning, and mobile access.
- 17 AS
Aeries SISaeries.comAeries SIS is a K–12 student information system for district operations and student data management.
- 18 P
ParentSquareparentsquare.comFamily engagement software for school messages, attendance, payments, and websites.
- 19 EEduPageedupage.org
- 20 A
Almagetalma.comCloud K–12 student system for records, enrollment, admissions, documents and reporting; API included.
- 21 SSchoolboxschoolbox.education
Schoolbox combines a learning management system, branded community portal, and pastoral care for K–12 schools.
- 22 V
Veracrossveracross.comSchool software with academics, admissions, family portals, and scheduling.
- 23 FE
Finalsite Enrollmentfinalsite.comAdmissions software that tracks family inquiries, applications, waitlists, and tuition payments.
- 24 SSchoolToolschooltool.org
Free web school system for student records, attendance, gradebooks, and transcripts.
- 25 CFCanvas for K-12instructure.com
K–12 learning platform with attendance, gradebook, parent portal and course management.
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How to choose
Which school tasks does the software need to cover?
Start with the tasks your school needs: student records, attendance tracking, gradebook, parent portal, online enrollment, or learning management.
Compare those features directly. A school focused on online learning may weigh that differently from one focused on enrollment or student records.
Which platforms does the software need to run on?
Choose based on the devices and access your school needs. The board includes platform details such as web, iOS, Android, macOS, and self-hosted access.
If a public API matters for connecting the software with other systems, check for its API mark and confirm the connection details with the maker.
How can I compare K-12 software pricing?
Check whether a free plan or trial is available, and compare any stated starting price with tools that require a pricing request.
A listed starting price may not answer what your school will pay. Ask the maker about pricing for your school’s needs.
Can the software be adapted or tried before buying?
Use the open-source and free-tier marks as starting points: open-source code may matter if you need to inspect or adapt a tool, while a free plan can offer a way to begin without a paid plan.
A free trial is different from a free plan. Check the listed terms and confirm what is included before committing.
Questions
What features should I compare in K-12 software?
Compare student records, attendance tracking, gradebook, parent portal, online enrollment, and learning management against your school’s needs.
Which platforms do K-12 software tools support?
Platform details can include web, iOS, Android, macOS, and self-hosted access. Check the tool’s listing for its supported platforms.
Is there free K-12 software?
The board marks tools with a free plan and lists pricing details where available. A free trial is separate from a free plan.
What does the K-12 software signal score mean?
It is a score out of 10 based on published information about use, API access, documentation, open-source code, and a free tier.
What does an API mark mean for school software?
It indicates a public API, a way for other software to connect. Confirm with the maker whether it supports the connection your school needs.
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