Alma vs SchoolStory Comparison

90% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Alma

School Management Software

4.3 246 user ratings

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82% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

SchoolStory

School Management Software

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Overview

Description	Alma is a School Management System used to make data-driven decisions. The software provides Standards-Based Gradebook, Blended Learning, and Google Classroom Integration for students. Small, Medium and Large companies make use of the software. Read more	SchoolStory is a comprehensive school management system that has been beautifully and intelligently designed to revolutionize the way schools communicate with parents. As a professional and informative solution, SchoolStory is here to empower schools and streamline the flow of information between educators and families. With SchoolStory, every aspect of school management is made easier, more efficient, and ultimately more effective. Say goodbye to clunky communication channels and hello to a seamless experience that prioritizes the needs of all stakeholders. From admissions to student registrations, and everything in between, SchoolStory has got them covered. But that's not all. SchoolStory also opens the door for nominations for jobs within the school. This means that schools can now easily find and recruit the best candidates for various positions, ensuring that the education system is constantly evolving and improving. By providing a platform for career growth within the school, SchoolStory is not only making the lives of educators easier, but also providing opportunities for growth and development. Parents, they haven't forgotten about you. With our real-time bus tracking feature, they can now have peace of mind knowing exactly where their child's bus is, and when it will arrive. Read more
Pricing Options	Free Trial Available Offers Custom plan.	Free Trial Not Available Starts at $25.00.
SW Score & Breakdown	90% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more 94% Reviews 83% Momentum 65% Popularity 81%	82% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more 88% Reviews 60% Momentum 64% Popularity 64%
SaaSworthy Awards	# 5 Fastest Growing # 8 Most Popular	Not Available

Features

Total Features	19 Features	15 Features
Common Features for All	Academic Reporting Helps writing and giving shape to academic reports or scholarly topics Admissions Management Helps to manage important aspects of school admission and automates admission process Assessment Management Helps to assemble data for evaluation or assessment purpose, to refine programs and take strategic decisions Attendance Tracking Helps to quickly and easily track the attendance Behavior Management A behavior tracking tool that facilitates fostering positive student attitude/ behavior Cafeteria Management Functions like an automated canteen management software and monitors its functions/operations Classroom Management Assists teachers in keeping the students organized, focused and on the right path by simplifying and automating the management process Curriculum Management Helps to do curriculum mapping, student assessment, program evaluation, review and revise curriculum Enrollment Management Helps in collecting, analyzing and utilizing data to take strategic decisions for enhancing the enrollment of a learning institution Event Calendar Manages in storing and notifying important events digitally Facility Management Helps in automating and monitoring systematically all aspects of an establishment or the school building management Faculty Management (Staff) Helps to record electronically and accessing quickly all relevant data concerning the teaching staff and non-teaching staff Financial Management Handles functions like management of cash and utilisation of funds K-12 Supports the education from kindergarten till the 12th grade in a systematic manner by automating the process Library Management Helps in managing, recording, accessing and documenting library activities and information in a digital form Parent Portal Facilitates parents or guardians get access to grades, assignments and attendance records of their wards Scheduling Manages and helps to prepare schedules in an appropriate and timely manner School District Helps to stay connected automatically and digitally to the local school district for administrative help/guidance Special Education Helps in providing learning aid & manages certain aspects related to students with special needs Student Information (Records) Helps in systematically storing and monitoring vital data concerning the students Students Portal Helps students in accessing information about school programs and as such academic related matters through a login page + 16 More - Show Less	Academic Reporting Helps writing and giving shape to academic reports or scholarly topics Admissions Management Helps to manage important aspects of school admission and automates admission process Assessment Management Helps to assemble data for evaluation or assessment purpose, to refine programs and take strategic decisions Attendance Tracking Helps to quickly and easily track the attendance Behavior Management A behavior tracking tool that facilitates fostering positive student attitude/ behavior Cafeteria Management Functions like an automated canteen management software and monitors its functions/operations Classroom Management Assists teachers in keeping the students organized, focused and on the right path by simplifying and automating the management process Curriculum Management Helps to do curriculum mapping, student assessment, program evaluation, review and revise curriculum Enrollment Management Helps in collecting, analyzing and utilizing data to take strategic decisions for enhancing the enrollment of a learning institution Event Calendar Manages in storing and notifying important events digitally Facility Management Helps in automating and monitoring systematically all aspects of an establishment or the school building management Faculty Management (Staff) Helps to record electronically and accessing quickly all relevant data concerning the teaching staff and non-teaching staff Financial Management Handles functions like management of cash and utilisation of funds K-12 Supports the education from kindergarten till the 12th grade in a systematic manner by automating the process Library Management Helps in managing, recording, accessing and documenting library activities and information in a digital form Parent Portal Facilitates parents or guardians get access to grades, assignments and attendance records of their wards Scheduling Manages and helps to prepare schedules in an appropriate and timely manner School District Helps to stay connected automatically and digitally to the local school district for administrative help/guidance Special Education Helps in providing learning aid & manages certain aspects related to students with special needs Student Information (Records) Helps in systematically storing and monitoring vital data concerning the students Students Portal Helps students in accessing information about school programs and as such academic related matters through a login page + 12 More - Show Less

Technical Details

Organization Types Supported	Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business	Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business
Platforms Supported	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS
Modes of Support	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online

Reviews & Ratings

User Rating	4.3/5 246 user ratings	Not Available
Rating Distribution	Excellent 58.5% Very Good 27.2% Average 4.1% Poor 4.1% Terrible 6.1%	Not Available
User Sentiments	User-Friendly Interface, Excellent Customer Support, Comprehensive Reporting System, Effective Communication Tools Limited Customization Options, Occasional System Crashes, Cumbersome Grade Entry Process, Lack of a Mobile Application	Not Available
Review Summary	Users find Alma's user interface intuitive and easy to navigate. They appreciate its modern design and the ability to customize it to their liking. Additionally, users praise Alma's customer support, noting that they are responsive and helpful. However, some users have complained about the platform's occasional slowness and glitches. They also suggest improvements to the reporting and analytics features to provide more insights into student performance and engagement. Overall, users seem to be satisfied with Alma, highlighting its user-friendly interface, excellent customer support, and the potential to streamline administrative tasks.	Not Available
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Pricing

Pricing Options	Free Trial Available Offers Custom plan.	Free Trial Not Available Starts at $25.00.
Pricing Plans Monthly Plans Annual Plans	Alma Basic Custom Lower School Custom Upper School Custom	Lite $25.00 $40.00 per month Plus $33.33 $50.00 per month Pro $50.00 $75.00 per month
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