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# Compare Skyward Student Management Suite vs Google Classroom

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> Detailed comparison between Skyward Student Management Suite and Google Classroom. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Skyward Student Management Suite | Google Classroom |
| **Overall rating** | 4.2/5 | 4.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 153 | 2893 |
| **Starting Price** | US$30,000.00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | No | - |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Chat | FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Skyward Student Management Suite

K-12 schools and districts throughout the United States, as well as American embassy schools abroad.

### Google Classroom

K-12 schools, educators, and students.

## Key features

### Skyward Student Management Suite

- Class Scheduling
- Classroom Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Communication Management
- Course Management
- For Schools
- Fund Accounting
- Gradebook
- K-12
- Learning Management
- Parent Portal
- Progress Reports
- Reporting/Analytics
- Special Education
- Student Information/Records
- Student Management
- Tests/Assessments

### Google Classroom

- Class Scheduling
- Classroom Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Communication Management
- Course Management
- For Schools
- Gradebook
- K-12
- Learning Management
- Progress Reports
- Reporting/Analytics
- Scheduling
- Student Information/Records
- Student Management
- Tests/Assessments
- Video Conferencing
- Whiteboard

## Links

- [View Skyward Student Management Suite Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/2185/skyward-school-management)
- [View Google Classroom Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/186631/google-classroom)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/2185/186631/skyward-school-management/vs/google-classroom)

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