Scholastic Corporation SCHL
- Market cap
- $595.1M
- P/E
- 13.2×
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Free account| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | |
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| 33.51 | 33.84 | 31.38 | 18.80 | 23.96 | 28.22 | 30.50 | 19.14 | 15.77 | 28.98 |
Analyst estimates 2027–2029 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 48.20 | 47.94 | 45.80 | 38.74 | 41.50 | 48.28 | 47.25 | 40.74 | 31.86 | 48.07 |
High Price
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| 9,000 | 9,000 | 8,900 | 8,300 | 6,800 | 6,880 | 6,760 | 6,660 | 7,090 | 6,905 |
Employees
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| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 1,742 | 1,628 | 1,654 | 1,487 | 1,300 | 1,643 | 1,704 | 1,590 | 1,626 | 1,582 |
Revenue
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| 53.23% | 54.27% | 52.84% | 52.30% | 51.65% | 53.41% | 53.85% | 55.65% | 55.78% | 56.39% |
Gross Margin
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| 88 | (1) | 26 | (90) | (18) | 90 | 112 | 16 | (1) | 85 |
EBT
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| 5.05% | (0.09%) | 1.57% | (6.03%) | (1.40%) | 5.46% | 6.60% | 1.02% | (0.08%) | 5.39% |
EBT Margin
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| 52 | (5) | 16 | (44) | (11) | 81 | 86 | 12 | (2) | 57 |
Net Income
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| 65 | 68 | 82 | 91 | 90 | 91 | 89 | 94 | 111 | 106 |
Depreciation
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| 50.19 | 46.53 | 46.99 | 42.98 | 37.91 | 47.62 | 50.41 | 53.71 | 58.89 | 66.75 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 1.51 | (0.14) | 0.44 | (1.27) | (0.32) | 2.33 | 2.56 | 0.41 | (0.07) | 2.39 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 4.07 | 4.04 | 3.31 | 0.06 | 2.07 | 6.55 | 4.41 | 5.22 | 4.50 | 2.15 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (1.89) | (3.47) | (2.70) | (1.81) | (1.38) | (1.22) | (1.83) | (1.97) | (1.89) | (2.04) |
Capex/Sh
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| 2.18 | 0.57 | 0.61 | (1.75) | 0.69 | 5.33 | 2.57 | 3.25 | 2.61 | 0.11 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 37.69 | 37.74 | 36.16 | 34.12 | 34.47 | 35.32 | 34.45 | 34.40 | 34.29 | 31.68 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 34 | 35 | 34 | 30 | 28 | 24 |
Shares
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| 28.54 | 0.00 | 76.95 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 16.04 | 16.34 | 71.14 | 0.00 | 17.46 |
PE Ratio
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| 0.85 | 0.97 | 0.70 | 0.69 | 0.92 | 0.79 | 0.84 | 0.68 | 0.29 | 0.64 |
PS Ratio
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| 1.13 | 1.19 | 0.92 | 0.87 | 1.01 | 1.06 | 1.23 | 1.05 | 0.50 | 1.35 |
PB Ratio
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| 0.63 | 0.77 | 0.54 | 0.59 | 0.80 | 0.66 | 0.77 | 0.68 | 0.39 | 0.61 |
EV/Sales
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| 14.49 | 62.40 | 41.87 | (14.47) | 43.73 | 5.90 | 15.17 | 11.17 | 8.69 | 388.90 |
EV/FCF
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| 141 | 142 | 116 | 2 | 71 | 226 | 149 | 155 | 124 | 51 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (66) | (121) | (95) | (63) | (47) | (42) | (62) | (58) | (52) | (48) |
Capex
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| 76 | 20 | 21 | (61) | 24 | 184 | 87 | 96 | 72 | 3 |
FCF
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| 583 | 513 | 419 | 534 | 333 | 376 | 291 | 142 | 99 | 136 |
Working Cap'
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| 6 | 8 | 7 | 211 | 7 | 77 | 78 | — | 250 | 75 |
Total Debt
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| (444) | (392) | (334) | (183) | (359) | (240) | (146) | (114) | 126 | (60) |
Net Debt
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| 1,308 | 1,321 | 1,273 | 1,181 | 1,182 | 1,218 | 1,165 | 1,018 | 947 | 751 |
Sh' Equity
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| 3.01% | (0.28%) | 0.84% | (2.24%) | (0.54%) | 4.10% | 4.53% | 0.68% | (0.10%) | 3.08% |
ROA
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| 6.45% | 3.74% | 1.66% | (5.55%) | (1.72%) | 6.22% | 6.53% | 1.00% | 0.92% | 1.38% |
ROIC
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| 4.08% | (0.38%) | 1.20% | (3.57%) | (0.93%) | 6.74% | 7.24% | 1.11% | (0.19%) | 6.68% |
ROE
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Scholastic Corporation peers in Publishing
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|---|---|---|---|
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| WLYB John Wiley & Sons, Inc. | $2.1B | 12.4× | Compare |
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| WLY John Wiley & Sons, Inc. | $2.5B | 12.4× | Compare |
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|---|---|---|---|
| PSO Pearson, PLC | $9.6B | 16.6× | Compare |
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Scholastic Corporation (SCHL) key facts
- Scholastic Corporation (SCHL) is a Publishing company in the Communication Services sector, listed on Nasdaq.
- Scholastic Corporation’s revenue for fiscal 2026 (year ended May 2026) was $1.6 billion, down 2.68% from fiscal 2025.
- As of September 25, 2026, SCHL traded at $32.35, a market capitalization of $595.1 million.
- Scholastic Corporation pays an annual dividend of $0.80 per share, a yield of 2.11%, with a payout ratio of 54.4%.
- Return on equity was 6.68% and debt-to-equity 0.10.
Scholastic Corporation (SCHL) Latest News
25 Sep
Scholastic reported Q3 2026 revenue of $216.8 million, down 3.9% year over year, with an adjusted operating loss of $88.7 million as education and children’s book publishing/distribution declined. Revenue missed consensus of $224.7 million and adjusted loss per share of $3.63 topped the expected $3.42 loss. The company reaffirmed full-year guidance of 2%-4% revenue growth and returned about $29.6 million to shareholders via buybacks and dividends. In pre-market trading, SCHL fell about 10.5% before partially recovering to around $33.35, still down 4.2% from the prior close. Shares have been relatively muted this year, trading roughly 29% below the 52-week high of $47.34 from June 2026. The results raise near-term concerns, though the outlook remains intact. Q3 miss and wider losses weigh on sentiment and near-term performance, but full-year guidance cushions long-term impact.
Scholastic reported Q1 2027 revenue of $216.8 million, down 4% year over year, with an operating loss of $92.2 million and a net loss of $71.2 million ($3.77 per diluted share). Adjusted losses widened to $88.7 million (operating) and $68.6 million (net). Education revenue fell to $30.4 million; Children's Book Publishing & Distribution revenue dropped to $105.8 million; Book Fairs $33.2 million; Entertainment rose to $20.1 million with adjusted EBITDA negative at $1.6 million. US Trade grew 4%; International revenue was $60.5 million. Unallocated overhead rose to $23.3 million. Net cash used by operating activities was $94.6 million; free cash use $110.8 million; net debt improved to $86.8 million from $242.8 million. Fiscal 2027 outlook reaffirmed: revenue +2-4%, adjusted EBITDA $135-145 million, free cash flow $35-40 million; capital returns about $29.6 million. Guidance is reaffirmed and debt reduced, but ongoing losses and higher overhead imply modest near-term risk.
24 Sep
Scholastic Corp posted a 4% fall in fiscal 2027 Q1 revenue to $216.8 million and widened adjusted operating loss to $88.7 million as overhead rose and Education spending remained under pressure. Net loss was $71.2 million; reported free cash flow was negative $110.8 million and net debt stood at $86.8 million. Entertainment gains and stabilizing international results offset some weakness in Education, but Education’s revenue fell to $30.4 million. Management reaffirmed guidance for roughly 2%–4% revenue growth, $135–$145 million in adjusted EBITDA, and $35–$40 million in free cash flow for the full year, with improvements expected in the second half. Early fall indicators were positive for book fairs, and a strong publishing slate (Harry Potter, Dog Man, The Hunger Games) supports upcoming periods. The company also highlighted cost discipline and share repurchases continuing alongside a strategic go-to-market transformation. Near-term stabilization expected, but ongoing Education headwinds and high fixed costs temper upside.
Scholastic Corp. (SCHL) reported Q1 FY2027 results ended Aug. 31, 2026 that missed expectations: adjusted loss of $3.63 per share vs $3.40, and revenue of $216.8 million, down 4% YoY and below estimates of $230.6 million. Education revenues fell 24% to $30.4 million; Children's Book Publishing and Distribution declined to $105.8 million, while Entertainment revenue rose 48% to $20.1 million, and International sales grew 2% to $60.5 million. Revenue decline was blamed on lower school budgets and the elimination of rental income from December 2025 sale-leaseback transactions. Adjusted EBITDA was a $63.6 million loss, widened from a year ago, though the comparable basis excluding sale-leaseback impact improved by $0.6 million. Scholastic reaffirmed fiscal 2027 targets: 2-4% revenue growth and $135-145 million Adjusted EBITDA, plus $35-40 million free cash flow. Share repurchases of $25.8 million and dividends of $3.8 million totaled $29.6 million returned; shares fell about 12% after hours. Miss and revenue decline create near-term pressure, though full-year guidance remains intact.
Scholastic reported Q1 results for the quarter ended August 2026: revenue of $216.8 million, down 3.9% year over year, and EPS of -$3.63 versus -$2.52 a year earlier. Revenue missed the Zacks consensus of $224.69 million by 3.51%, and the consensus EPS of -$3.42 was missed by about 6.14%. Segment results were mixed: Entertainment revenue $20.1 million (beat two-analyst estimate of $15.65 million) and up 47.8% YoY; Education $30.4 million, below the $37.3 million forecast; International $60.5 million, vs $60.0 million expected; Children's Book Publishing and Distribution $105.8 million, below the $111.74 million estimate. Shares have fallen about 11.5% in the past month; Zacks ranks SCHL #2 Buy. Q1 miss on revenue and a larger-than-expected loss could temper near-term sentiment, though some segments showed strength.
Scholastic (SCHL) reported Q1 losses of $3.63 per share, worse than the Zacks consensus loss of $3.42 and down from $2.52 a year ago. Revenue was $216.8 million, missing the consensus by 3.5% and down from $225.6 million a year earlier. Although EPS beat in three of the last four quarters, revenue has not topped estimates in that span. Management’s earnings-call commentary will shape the near-term move. The company guides to $3.51 EPS on $560.81 million in coming-quarter revenue and $1.61 on $1.63 billion for the full year. Scholastic is up about 19.3% year-to-date, outpacing the S&P 500’s 12.6% rise. Zacks maintains a #2 Buy rating due to favorable earnings revisions and industry positioning in Publishing - Books. Q1 loss widened and revenue missed, signaling near-term headwinds despite prior EPS beat and favorable revisions.
Scholastic (SCHL) reported Q3 CY2026 revenue of $216.8 million, down 3.9% year over year and missing analyst estimates of $224.7 million. Non-GAAP EPS was -$3.63, worse than the -$3.42 expected, and adjusted EBITDA fell to -$63.6 million (-29.3% margin). Operating margin at -42.5%, deteriorating from -37.3% a year earlier. Free cash flow was -$110.8 million, versus -$100.2 million last year. Management reaffirmed full-year EBITDA guidance around $140 million at the midpoint, in line with expectations. The quarter highlighted weak top-line growth and cash burn; stock dropped about 10% after the report. Market cap around $667 million. Scholastic continues to push its long-term priorities, but near-term profitability remains under pressure while revenue struggles persist. Missed revenue and EPS estimates with a sizable cash burn and negative margins, while EBITDA guidance remains in line with expectations.
Scholastic Corp. reported fiscal Q1 2027 results for the quarter ended Aug. 31, 2026 and reaffirmed guidance: revenue growth of 2-4%, Adjusted EBITDA of $135-145 million, and free cash flow of about $35-40 million. Revenue declined 4% to $216.8 million; GAAP operating loss was $92.2 million; net loss $71.2 million; diluted EPS $-3.77. Excluding one-time items, Adjusted operating loss was $88.7 million and Adjusted EBITDA was a $63.6 million loss. On a comparable basis, pro forma Adjusted EBITDA was slightly lower YoY. Segment results: Children's Book Publishing and Distribution revenues $105.8 million; Education $30.4 million; Entertainment $20.1 million; International $60.5 million; Overhead $26.0 million. The quarter reflects the full-period impact of the December 2025 sale-leaseback transactions. Net debt improved to $86.8 million; cash from operations was $-94.6 million; capex higher; shareholder returns were about $29.6 million, with $157.4 million remaining for buybacks. Conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET. Guidance reaffirmed with modest targets, but ongoing losses and cash burn imply limited near-term upside.
22 Sep
Scholastic marks a decade of Dav Pilkey’s Dog Man with global events, new releases, and an interactive spin-off. Dog Man: A Sprinkle in Time lands November 3, 2026, followed by Dog Man Dynamite, an interactive 48-page book launching August 3, 2027 (with a second title in January 2028) that blends Dog Man, Captain Underpants, and Cat Kid Comic Club. Each paperback includes retro 3-D glasses and activities, games, puzzles, and sneak peeks of upcoming titles. A worldwide Bark to School celebration kicks off this fall, and Pilkey will tour 10 cities across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., with stops in London and Cleveland. Scholastic frames these initiatives as expanding the Dog Man franchise's reach and reinforcing its leadership in children's publishing. New interactive title, a global tour, and cross-series integration expand revenue potential and brand reach for Scholastic.
Scholastic (SCHL) is due to report Q3 earnings after a softer prior quarter in which revenue fell to $476.1 million, down 6.3% year over year, and full-year EBITDA guidance missed expectations. Analysts are forecasting flat revenue for Q3, improving from last year’s 4.9% decline, with estimates largely reconfirmed over the past month. The company has repeatedly missed Wall Street revenue estimates across the last two years, and investor sentiment toward the sector remains weak relative to peers. Scholastic is the first major consumer discretionary name to report this season, potentially setting the tone for expectations across the group. Market watchers will focus on whether Scholastic can stabilize growth amid ongoing challenges in its publishing and media segments and how the quarter’s results compare to prior guidance and expectations. Flat near-term revenue expectations amid a history of misses and weak sentiment imply a moderate, balanced risk to Scholastic’s trajectory.
21 Sep
Analysts expect Scholastic (SCHL) to report a Q1 loss of $3.42 per share on revenues of about $224.69 million, a 35.7% year-over-year drop in EPS and a 0.4% decline in revenue. The consensus EPS estimate has been revised up 0.4% over the past 30 days. Segment projections show Entertainment at $15.65 million (up 15.1% YoY), Education Solutions at $37.30 million (down 7%), International at $60.00 million (up 1%), and Children’s Book Publishing and Distribution at $111.74 million (up 2.1%). Scholastic has fallen about 13% over the past month, and Zacks ranks it #5 (Strong Sell), indicating potential underperformance relative to the market as earnings unfold. The piece notes that revisions in earnings estimates historically correlate with near-term price moves. Q1 loss forecast amid revenue softness and a prevailing negative sentiment implies a moderately negative near-term trajectory for SCHL.
17 Sep
Scholastic (SCHL) Q1 earnings expected to decline. Forecast of lower quarterly earnings could pressure SCHL shares and sentiment.
16 Aug
Scholastic Corporation (SCHL) faces three major risks that threaten its performance, with investors directed to buy an alternative stock instead. Risk flags for SCHL may shift investor sentiment and near-term valuation without altering core operations.
1 Aug
Scholastic Corporation addressed its Q2 earnings during a call, responding to the top five analyst questions on results and outlook. Q2 earnings call content and analyst questions offer updates on financial performance that can shift near-term market views.
27 Jul
Scholastic cut full-year guidance despite book fair momentum and cost controls in Q2. Guidance cut signals materially weaker expected results and investor sentiment.
24 Jul
Scholastic Corporation held its Q4 2026 earnings call to review quarterly financial results and operational updates. Quarterly earnings calls typically disclose results and guidance that directly move stock prices and investor outlook.
Scholastic Corp Q4 2026 earnings call highlighted navigation of challenges via strategic initiatives amid ongoing operational pressures. Earnings details on strategic responses to challenges indicate moderate effects on financial outlook and positioning.
23 Jul
Scholastic Q4 earnings call highlighted financial results and company performance. Q4 earnings details provide insights into financial health but do not indicate major strategic shifts.
Scholastic reports Q4 earnings analyzed via key metrics on financial results and operations. Q4 earnings metrics directly inform Scholastic financial performance and investor outlook.
Scholastic reported Q2 CY2026 sales below analyst estimates, triggering a drop in its stock price. Quarterly sales miss typically triggers short-term stock pressure and shifts near-term sentiment without altering long-term fundamentals.
Scholastic Corporation reported its fourth quarter and fiscal 2026 financial results. Quarterly and annual results reporting can moderately shift short-term stock valuation and market views.
16 Jul
SCHL earnings are projected to grow, prompting analysis on whether investors should buy the stock. Forecasted earnings growth may moderately shift investor views and near-term stock performance.
27 Apr
SCHL's book fair innovations hold potential to drive future revenue growth amid evolving educational and retail landscapes. Book fair innovations signal major strategic moves targeting revenue growth in core operations.
23 Apr
Scholastic Corporation announced the final results of its modified Dutch auction tender offer. Final results of a share repurchase via modified Dutch auction affect outstanding shares, EPS, and signal financial confidence with moderate impact on performance.
21 Apr
Scholastic Corporation announced preliminary results of its modified Dutch auction tender offer. Modified Dutch auction tender offer results signal a major share repurchase impacting capital structure, EPS, and investor confidence.
Scholastic Corporation (SCHL) investment narrative shifts after rapid stock gains and new analyst price targets. Shifting investment narrative after fast gains and new targets moderately influences SCHL market sentiment and performance.
20 Apr
Scholastic Corporation's entertainment division growth holds potential to accelerate overall profitability by 2027 amid strategic expansions. Entertainment growth targets moderately noticeable financial improvements for Scholastic by 2027, balanced by operational challenges.
13 Apr
Scholastic Corporation advances education transformation initiatives, including digital platforms and curriculum innovations, targeting significant revenue growth by 2027 amid shifting K-12 markets and competition. Education transformation initiatives represent major strategic shifts poised to impact revenue growth and competitive positioning by 2027.
9 Apr
Scholastic's TV app enters competitive streaming market, facing doubts over scalability amid giants like Netflix and Disney. TV app launch offers growth potential in streaming but contends with saturated market, moderately influencing competitive positioning.
5 Apr
Scholastic Corporation (SCHL) recent share buybacks combined with flat guidance are reframing its valuation story, highlighting potential undervaluation amid steady outlook. Buybacks signal confidence and boost EPS potential while flat guidance limits growth expectations, creating moderate influence on financial performance and investor sentiment.