School Management Software Market Report 2026

The school management software market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $20.18 billion in 2025 to $23.9 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing digitization of school operations, rising student enrollment volumes, growing need for administrative efficiency, expansion of private and international schools, wider availability of internet connectivity.

The school management software market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $42.58 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in digital education infrastructure, rising demand for remote and hybrid learning support, growing emphasis on data security and compliance, expansion of mobile-first education platforms, increasing adoption of analytics-driven decision making. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of cloud-based school platforms, growing integration of data-driven academic analytics, expansion of centralized student information systems, rising demand for digital communication tools, enhanced focus on administrative automation.

The growing popularity of online education is expected to drive the expansion of the school management software market. Online education involves delivering educational content and instruction through the internet. This mode of education is gaining traction due to its flexibility, affordability, accessibility, technological advancements, and its ability to adapt to the changing needs of learners and educational institutions. School management software supports online education by streamlining administrative tasks, improving communication, and offering tools for managing students, courses, and assessments, which enhances overall efficiency. For example, in January 2024, Eurostat, a government agency based in Luxembourg, reported that in 2023, 30% of EU internet users aged 16 to 74 participated in online courses or used online learning materials in the last three months. This marks a 2% increase from 2022, when the participation rate was 28%. As a result, the increasing popularity of online education is driving growth in the school management software market.

Prominent companies in the school management software market are focused on developing innovative solutions, such as cloud-based school management software, to improve accessibility and enable seamless communication among stakeholders. Cloud-based school management software solutions are specifically crafted to streamline administrative tasks, facilitate communication, and enhance overall efficiency within educational institutions. For instance, in February 2023, Techdost, a software development startup based in India, introduced Vedmarg, a cloud-based school management system designed to streamline complex administrative operations in educational institutions. Integrated with various modules including fee management, attendance tracking, online exams, quizzes, and more, Vedmarg aims to enhance the workflow of schools and colleges. It aims to boost productivity, minimize errors, save time and resources, and deliver a seamless educational experience for students, teachers, and parents.

In January 2024, Juniper Education, a UK-based company specializing in educational technology and services, acquired Shkolo.bg for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition by Juniper is aimed at expanding its footprint in the EdTech sector and enriching offerings for schools by harnessing innovative solutions and adapting them to the UK market utilizing cutting-edge technologies. Shkolo.bg is a Bulgarian-based developer of a school management platform designed to digitize education.

Major companies operating in the school management software market are Google LLC, Microsoft Corporation, IBM Corporation, Cisco Systems Inc., Oracle Corporation, SAP SE, Adobe Inc., Pearson PLC, Follett Corporation, Tyler Technologies Inc., McGraw-Hill Education Inc., Educomp Solutions Ltd., Ellucian Company L.P., Blackboard Inc., PowerSchool Group LLC, Instructure Inc., D2L Corporation, Canvas, Promethean World Ltd., Desire2Learn Incorporated, Jenzabar Inc., Moodle Pty Ltd., Schoology, ExamSoft Worldwide Inc., Knewton Inc.

North America was the largest region in the school management software market in 2025. The regions covered in the school management software market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the school management software market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The school management software market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as course and curriculum management, attendance tracking, and grade management. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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