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K-12 education technology solutions

Folsom, United StatesFounded 1997Edtech
Valuation $2.5–5B Last recorded · 2024
Revenue $500M–1B Latest reported FY
Headcount 2–5k Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About PowerSchool

PowerSchool is a leading provider of cloud-based K-12 education software in North America. The company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to enhance student success and streamline school operations. PowerSchool serves a diverse range of clients, including schools, districts, and Ministries of Education, providing tools that support instructional planning, data management, and personalized education through artificial intelligence (AI). The company operates in the education technology market and generates revenue through subscription-based models and service fees. PowerSchool's platform integrates various functionalities such as attendance tracking, grade management, and communication tools, making it a one-stop solution for educational institutions. The company has a significant presence in North America, India, and the Asia Pacific region, supporting over 2 million students globally. Key features include AI-driven personalized education, secure data accessibility, and compliance with state-specific regulations. PowerSchool's business model focuses on long-term contracts with educational institutions, ensuring a steady revenue stream and opportunities for upselling additional services. The company's ability to scale and adapt to local needs makes it a trusted partner for digital modernization in education.

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At a glance

Status
Acquired
Founded
1997
Headquarters
Folsom, United States
Employees
3,309
Open positions
42
Dealroom signal
68.1/100
Industry
Education
Sub-industry
Education Management
Sector
Edtech, Became $1B as Subsidiary, K-12, Admissions and Enrollment Platforms, Student and Parent Engagement, Became Thoroughbred as Subsidiary
Technology
Mobile app
Business model
SaaS
Client focus
b2b
Investment activity
16 companies, latest Jan 2024
Capital deployed
—
Preferred round
ACQUISITION

Funding history

6 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
BUYOUT✓Exit Jun 2024 $5.6B $5.6B Bain Capital ↗
IPO✓Exit Jul 2021 $711M $3.6B Undisclosed —
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Financials

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Growth signals

PowerSchool website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for PowerSchool is 12M monthly website visits, down 70% over the last three months. PowerSchool's team declined 6.1% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits12M 3-month web change-70% 1-year team growth-6.1%
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Investments and acquisitions

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Investors

14 investors on the cap table

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Series B and later3 investors entered at this stage

Other known investors11 additional known investors

  • Pearson
  • Abstraction Ventures
  • Calvert Research and Management
  • First Light Ventures
  • Gray Matters Capital
  • MassChallenge
  • New Markets Venture Partners
  • New Orleans Startup Fund
  • SustainVC
  • Two Sigma Ventures
  • Weld North
Team profiled 83 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 5 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
21 countries with
team presence
🇺🇸 United States48.9%
🇮🇳 India44.3%
🇨🇦 Canada4.8%
🇲🇽 Mexico0.6%
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates0.4%
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Market sentiment

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