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Gradelink
Gradelink
(219)
4.7 out of 5
Gradelink
By Gradelink
Skyward Student Management Suite
Skyward Student Management Suite
(174)
3.8 out of 5
Skyward Student Management Suite
By Skyward Inc.
At a Glance
Gradelink
Gradelink
Star Rating
(219)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
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Skyward Student Management Suite
Skyward Student Management Suite
Star Rating
(174)3.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (54.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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  • Users report that Skyward Student Management Suite has a solid Gradebook feature rated at 8.4, but Gradelink excels with a higher rating of 9.2, indicating a more user-friendly and comprehensive grading experience.
  • Reviewers mention that while both platforms offer Cloud functionality, Gradelink's 9.0 rating suggests a more robust cloud experience compared to Skyward's 8.3, making it easier for users to access their data from anywhere.
  • G2 users highlight that Gradelink's Quality of Support is exceptional, with a score of 9.7, while Skyward's score of 7.5 indicates room for improvement in customer service and support responsiveness.
  • Users on G2 report that Skyward's Mobility feature is rated at 8.6, which is higher than Gradelink's 8.0, suggesting that Skyward may offer a more accessible mobile experience for users on the go.
  • Reviewers say that Gradelink shines in Registration with a score of 9.1, compared to Skyward's 8.4, indicating a more streamlined and efficient process for student enrollment.
  • Users report that Skyward's Special Education Feature capabilities, particularly in IEP Creation with a score of 7.1, may not meet the needs of all users as effectively as Gradelink, which has a more favorable rating in this area.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Gradelink
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Skyward Student Management Suite
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Skyward Student Management Suite
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Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
186
8.3
153
Ease of Use
9.2
187
7.3
155
Ease of Setup
8.9
128
7.0
31
Ease of Admin
9.1
132
7.8
33
Quality of Support
9.7
178
7.5
133
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.7
130
8.8
30
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
184
7.2
154
Features by Category
Curriculum ManagementHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
Not enough data
8.2
10
Assessment
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Content
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.0
5
K-12 Student Information SystemsHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
8.5
326
8.4
245
Platform Content
8.0
27
8.5
21
7.2
23
7.9
14
9.2
34
8.4
24
Platform Additional Functionality
9.0
21
8.3
16
8.0
31
8.6
23
8.7
25
8.5
20
Platform Data
7.9
31
8.1
27
8.7
34
8.1
27
8.4
33
8.6
24
9.1
32
8.4
22
9.2
35
8.8
27
Academic AdvisingHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Planning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Progress monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Outreach
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Special EducationHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
7.8
142
Special Education Feature Questions
Not enough data
8.2
24
Not enough data
7.1
15
Not enough data
7.9
13
Not enough data
8.0
15
Not enough data
7.8
13
Not enough data
7.1
7
Not enough data
7.8
16
Not enough data
8.0
11
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
7.7
10
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Gradelink
Gradelink
Skyward Student Management Suite
Skyward Student Management Suite
Gradelink and Skyward Student Management Suite are categorized as K-12 Student Information Systems
Unique Categories
Gradelink
Gradelink has no unique categories
Skyward Student Management Suite
Skyward Student Management Suite is categorized as Curriculum Management, Special Education, and Academic Advising
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Gradelink
Gradelink
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
84.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
12.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
3.8%
Skyward Student Management Suite
Skyward Student Management Suite
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
11.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
54.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
34.1%
Reviewers' Industry
Gradelink
Gradelink
Education Management
75.6%
Primary/Secondary Education
13.6%
Higher Education
3.8%
Religious Institutions
2.8%
E-Learning
0.9%
Other
3.3%
Skyward Student Management Suite
Skyward Student Management Suite
Education Management
66.5%
Primary/Secondary Education
20.2%
Higher Education
6.4%
Information Technology and Services
1.2%
Writing and Editing
0.6%
Other
5.2%
Most Helpful Reviews
Gradelink
Gradelink
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Paulette C.
PC
Paulette C.
Verified User in Education Management

My experience with gradelink has always been pleasant and helpful. Mitch was particularly helpful ,even after I sent confusing information. He kept asking clarifying questions and offered proactive tips.

Most Helpful Critical Review
HK
Hala K.
Verified User in Education Management

It is not very friendly, it is a bit difficult to use, if i want to see if a student was absent in all classes or just one class i have to go to so many places to find it out.

Skyward Student Management Suite
Skyward Student Management Suite
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Lucinda F.
LF
Lucinda F.
Verified User in Education Management

Everything! Ease of state reports. I can customize security to fit each user. I am able to create my own student reports to pull exactly what I need. Customer support is usually quick to get back with you.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Education Management

I wish that I could "hold" grades when entering only a few in a class (when some students are still not finished with project). Sometimes I would like to change a grade (especially on a rubric) before it becomes live. I wish that there was a video or...

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Discussions
Gradelink
Gradelink Discussions
Are there hidden fees?
2 comments
Official Response from Gradelink
No way. We do charge a nominal rate for extended data imports such as transcripts, but we'll let you know before importing. Read more
How long does it take to get Gradelink set up at our school?
2 comments
Official Response from Gradelink
Most schools can be up and running in as little as an afternoon. Read more
What happens to my student data after they graduate?
1 comment
Official Response from Gradelink
Your school has access to your students' final grades, transcript records and attendance records permanently for as long as you are a Gradelink subscriber. Read more
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Skyward Student Management Suite
Skyward Student Management Suite Discussions
What is Skyward Student Management Suite used for?
1 comment
Sarah C.
SC
We use it for almost everything: daily attendance, grade book, scheduling, school forms, discipline tracking, messaging, student and family information,...Read more
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