# Alma SIS Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Alma SIS the right Student Information System solution for you? Explore 452 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/133283/Alma/reviews --- Alma SIS 4.6 (452) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of Alma SIS Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.7 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Intuitive and modern interface design 96% positive reviews out of 82 Most reviewers find the user interface straightforward, visually appealing, and easy for all experience levels to navigate. Caitlin C Director of Enrollment, 51 - 200 employees. "The interface is easy to love and the information is in a very predictable format that makes it easy to find quickly. When technology goes awry, like it always does, Alma's customer support is top-notch." Limited and inflexible reporting options 42% negative reviews out of 53 Some reviewers describe reporting as basic, lacking customization, difficult to navigate, and not meeting specialized needs. Streamlined communication tools 93% positive reviews out of 30 Most reviewers report messaging features enhance collaboration, simplify outreach, and save time communicating with stakeholders. Larry F Assistant Head of School, 11 - 50 employees. "The facilitation of basic record-keeping and stream-lined communication features help contribute to constituent cohesion and work flow synergy." Occasional technical problems and glitches 65% negative reviews out of 31 Some reviewers report periodic system glitches, downtime, and navigation challenges, which disrupt daily workflows and productivity. Flexible and evolving SIS platform 97% positive reviews out of 29 Most reviewers describe alma as adaptable, regularly updated, and supportive, simplifying grading and student data management. ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 452 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use James W. Co-Founder Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Glad we're using Alma" June 15, 2019 5.0 Pros Unlike other SIS's, Alma actually looks and feels like it was made in the 2010's. The system is solid, and has essentially every feature a smaller school like ours would want (and many more that we don't need to use). The gradebook is excellent, and it's easy to transfer classes and students from year-to-year. Their customer service has been great (we accidentally deleted multiple report cards in different places the other day and they quickly and helpfully solved our issue by restoring to a backup), and they are continually adding features and improving the platform. And the cost has been at least 50% less than quotes we were getting from major competitors. Many reasons to switch to Alma. Cons The latest transcripts update was helpful - there are still a couple of features we'd like on the transcripts front, but that's mostly because our school has a unique curriculum. This is totally just a personal preference, but I'd also like to be able to search for classes in the search feature in addition to contacts. Review Source Response from Alma Technologies August 7, 2019 What incredible feedback, James! Thank you so much and we look forward building on all of your school's successes! NK Nicole K. Office Manager Education Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "User-Friendly, Customer First ALMA-SIS" April 6, 2026 5.0 Overall, switching over to was the best thing that we did at our school. We moved previously from PowerSchool to TeacherEase and then to ALMA, which has far exceeded our expectations in an SIS system. It is incredibly easy to use, manage, and keep up with. Customer service is one of the best I have ever experienced, and overall our staff and families love the change. Personally, the connection with our State reporting system and how easy it made it was the winning factor for me. Pros We love at our school both for its easy connection for state reporting as well as how easy it is to use and train others on. Admin and teachers can easily manage their case loads and access important information. Customer support is easy and convenient on the homepage at all times, and someone is always incredibly prompt in returning messages. Those of us in the office love the ability to securely manage the kids information easily in the system and navigate details we have not had the ability to in previous SIS program. Cons It was a bit of an adjustment not having a way to "call" parents with alerts, but our families have been able to get used to text and emails only. However, if phone calls became available in the future we would love it. Switched from [TeacherEase](https://www.capterra.com/p/246639/TeacherEase/) State reporting was a nightmare with the old system and took weeks to do and organize. Review Source Response from Alma Technologies April 8, 2026 Thank you for your feedback! We want to make sure you're aware that with our Emergency Alerts and Attendance Calling feature, users can choose whether they prefer to receive messages via text or call. We hope this helps address your concerns! Feel free to reach out to our Customer Support Team if you have any questions. We're always happy to help. LB Lauren B. Assistant Academic Coordinator Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Used for an elementary, has great services, could be improved." June 24, 2018 3.0 Pros I LOVE the customer service. They are always willing to work with us and help us adapt the program to what we need. I love the many different reporting features and how they each have a unique description that helps me find exactly what I need. I also like that I can star the reports I frequently use. I like that I am able to easily fill in grades in the "gradebook" tab, as well as having the opportunity to quickly report final grades at the end of the term. I am also happy with the ease in resetting a password for a user who has forgotten theirs as well as the quick ability to change a username. I appreciate that many users can have access to the same information (meaning a student and both of their parents can have their own accounts but access the same information on their child). I think overall I am mostly impressed with Alma's support team, how quickly and professionally they respond, how they will not let me leave the conversation until they are satisfied that all of my questions have been answered and my concerns resolved, and I love that they are constantly updating, making the website better, and then sending out an email with all of the updates and detailed instructions on how to utilize them. Cons I feel the website could be slightly more user friendly. There are often times it takes longer than I would like to access the information that I need (a lot of clicking through redundant tabs and not a lot of short cuts). I also wish it was easier for parents to understand the website. I don't like that there is no easy way for a parent to access a student's missing work, instead having to look through each class and assignment to see what has and has not been turned in. I also wish there was a way for us, as administrators and teachers, to see exactly what the parents see. It is hard to give advice and support to a parent when their screen looks different from mine; and I often don't know if they can see everything that I can, like all of the notes and assignment descriptions and what not. Otherwise, I am mostly happy with Alma. Review Source DL Diana L. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Alma is the best " April 9, 2026 5.0 I am enjoying using alma in many ways . Assessment and grading . Writing student report and also attendance . Pros Assignments and grading and reporting also the part of attendance it is organized well .. and it is easy to hop in different classes without any problem Cons Sometimes if you forget to save . The documents disappear so i will start to rewrite what i had written before. Switched from [Report Master](https://www.capterra.com/p/27889/Report-Master/) Because alma has alot of stuffs and its easy to use Review Source BH Bly H. Trustee Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Very affordable and user friendly -- worked GREAT for our 8-12 school" September 9, 2025 5.0 Ease of use. Great interface. Our faculty are not computer savvy and they were able to hit the ground running and help each other out as needed. Only occasionally did I need to intervene to answer questions or get someone on track (ie. weighting of their grades). Pros We switched to Alma from Blackbaud and it was like night and day for our faculty and families. As a very small school with limited in-house tech staff, Alma was almost completely self explanatory. Between the chat and videos, almost all questions were answered. The Wednesday sessions online were also great. Once we did need major assistance to correct a major error in initial set up (we chose a 7 day week and not a 5 day week). The folks under the hood took care of the problem and got us back on track without losing any of our data. For the price, Alma provided every features we had needed and used in Blackbaud. Cons The Bell Schedule concept should be reviewed VERY carefully before you get started to avoid problems. Our schedule was in flux when we started which added to our challenges. Once we got it set up properly it worked perfectly even with our non-standard schedules. Switched from [Blackbaud CRM](https://www.capterra.com/p/178085/Blackbaud-CRM/) Price and usability. We are a small school and Blackbaud was overkill. Review Source MP Megan P. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Happy Customer" July 25, 2025 5.0 I have been using ALMA for 8 years now and it has never let me down. There is not a feature that I need that is not available. Pros The SIS ALMA is user friendly for the administrator, student, teacher, and parent. When I, an ALMA Administrator, need assistance their customer support is easy to access and always can help within moments. When I, as a teacher, use it - I know my grades are secure and can easily be accessed by students and parents to keep up to date with what their child is achieving. I like many of the features including leaving notes, adding calendar events, sending whole class messages or something on the bulletin board feature. We are lucky to utilize this SIS in our district. Cons There is nothing that comes to mind as a con for ALMA. Of all the SIS systems I have utilized, this is my preferred system. Alternatives considered [PowerSchool](https://www.capterra.com/p/175664/PowerSchool/) Reason for choosing Alma SIS Cost! This was a more affordable option for our district. Switched from [MMS OnLine](https://www.capterra.com/p/213662/MMS-OnLine/) We needed a more security and data oversight. Review Source MW Michael W. Principal Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Alma SIS Review" July 23, 2025 5.0 Due to the positive culture at Alma and their mindset of hiring educators to work for them, they provide an excellent SIS and a top-notch customer experience. Working with them has been great! I hope I never have to use another SIS for the rest of my career. Pros I have used for years, in two different school districts. One of the best qualities of Alma SIS is its ease of use. My teachers love how easy it is to navigate for attendance, grades, etc. Since Alma is so easy to use, just a few clicks, and attendance is done. Also, especially with the integration and sync with Google Classroom, teachers spend little time entering grades. This provides more time to attend to all the other tasks that teachers have on their plates every day. Students and parents also love Alma because of how easy it is to navigate. Cons Honestly, nothing. Out of all of the student information systems I have used, both as a parent and an educator, none have come close to the experience I have had with Alma. Alternatives considered [Power School](https://www.capterra.com/p/16487/Power-School/)[Tyler K-12 Education](https://www.capterra.com/p/175676/K-12-School-Management-Administration-Software/)[Skyward Student Management Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/2185/Skyward-School-Management/)[Infinite Campus SIS](https://www.capterra.com/p/188836/Infinite-Campus/)[Sapphire](https://www.capterra.com/p/267549/Sapphire/) Reason for choosing Alma SIS Alma beat the competition in every way. One of the board members who was on the selection panel and is also a retired teacher stated that you can really tell that they made this SIS to work for educators, students, and parents. Switched from [Tyler K-12 Education](https://www.capterra.com/p/175676/K-12-School-Management-Administration-Software/) Tyler was awful in every way. We did extensive research on multiple student information systems, and determined Alma to the best one! Review Source BM Brenda M. Executive Assistant Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "ALMA Rocks!" July 15, 2025 5.0 We were a test district for the recent iNHDEX merge, and it was a big undertaking for state and federal reporting. ALMA support is always ready to help resolve issues quickly and provide an explanation so you understand how it happened and how to correct it. :-) The ALMA support team is top-notch and far superior to the former SIS we had for years. Pros is a great end-user system. It's easy to navigate and get the information you need with a few clicks. The Spreadsheet data editor is probably the most used part of ALMA for me, as a quick way to get data and pull what you need by fields and groups without a degree in programming. :-) Having the ALMA alert system built into the program is great for sending out urgent messages quickly. Cons Honestly, there isn't anything that I like least about ALMA. It takes time to train on a new SIS, and I feel folks may confuse a lack of knowledge with a lack of system performance. The training videos are very helpful, as are the weekly Zoom Q & A's. Switched from [PowerSchool SIS](https://www.capterra.com/p/154883/PowerSchool-Student-Information-System/) Powerschool support could take up to 5 days to respond to a ticket and there was no chat feature. The system changed, and accessing basic reports became complicated (programming degree!) and cumbersome, which slowed down the reporting process. Review Source DJ Donna J. Instructional Assistant Primary/Secondary Education Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Alma SIS Is Fantastic" May 15, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with is fantastic and I would highly recommend it! Alma SIS is very user-friendly and most helpful with some great features such as:  Directory - in alphabetical order which could include photo of staff and students  Calendar - school academic calendar for the year  Classes - List of classes includes grade level, term, schedule, teacher and number of students Separate section for each teacher's class entitled "My Classes" which includes: Dashboard: Can include lessons and assignments; shows a weekly calendar (helpful to note upcoming quizzes, tests, etc.) Announcements - teachers can send out an email to parents through Team Attendance - provides and keep record of student attendance which includes reasons for absences Other tabs include Curriculum, Assignments, Gradebook, Roster, Setting and Admin panel  There is a section for each student; overview, bio, schedule, contacts, classes, incidents (to keep record of any incident that needs reporting) Again, when all else fails, there's a 'Search' feature". Pros As an instructional assistant, when substituting for lead teachers, is very helpful for taking attendance for the main class I assist. It keeps record throughout the year and reasons for absences are also noted. I like the ability to check the lead teacher's schedule to locate the appropriate lesson plans for each class. I also like the ability to report incidents when needed under the appropriate student's profile. When in doubt, I really like the 'search' by name option to locate students and staff members in Alma when needed Cons I like the "My Classes" option for easy access to take attendance, however, it would be nice if there was a way to take and save attendance for all classes that I substitute for. Review Source KC Kathleen C. School Nurse Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Alma is efficient for School Nurses too! " April 6, 2026 5.0 Overall, as a nurse, I have had a very good experience using Alma. It is very user friendly and easy to navigate. I like that you can hover over a student's picture to enlarge it. This is helpful when I am learning the names of new student to the school that i work at. Pros The feature that I like most about Alma is the ability to flag students with medical issues. By creating a critical health alert, teachers and other school staff are easily made aware of certain high risk students. Also, I like that the school nurse is able to upload individualized health care plans to Alma, making it simple to pass along pertinent health information for those who need to know this. Cons One thing that could be considered a con is the speed of program. Sometimes, it takes longer than others (when trying to access student health information). Review Source HS Holly S. teacher Primary/Secondary Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Love Alma SIS" March 15, 2025 5.0 The customer service has been great. The system is very easy to use. Pros Alma is very user friendly for teachers, parents and students. Cons I would like notifications for Alma Start. Review Source JS Joe S. Assistant Director of Technology Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The most user-friendly SIS on the market" February 6, 2025 5.0 From start to finish, the Alma team will hold your hand every step of the way to ensure that a migration to their platform goes smoothly and end users are comfortable with the transition. As needs change (and they frequently do), Alma can adapt to the circumstances with customizations and integrations that work to ensure your workflows run efficiently at every level. Pros Alma is the most user-friendly SIS on the market. The intuitive interface makes everything from registration, grading, report cards, and state reporting a breeze. Users in any role will find Alma to be significant improvement over any SIS they have previously used. Cons The autonomy of do-it yourself customization is limited when compared to other vendors. However, the Alma team is ready and willing to implement any desired customizations on your behalf. It might just take some time to get them rolled out. Switched from [PowerSchool](https://www.capterra.com/p/175664/PowerSchool/) PowerSchool is too time consuming, tedious, and difficult to use. Review Source TOO Tomi Okuyemi O. School Principal Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Alma has been wonderful for our diverse school! " March 12, 2025 5.0 I was nervous about having to move to a new SIS, but after just a few months of Alma, I know how to use it much better than I ever did with Powerschool. So intuitive, and their customer service is really accessible and quick. I'm not a tech person but they were able to help me whenever I had an issue! Pros Alma is such a simple SIS to learn to use and is very intuitive. I love the customizability of many of the features. It seems like they also know what schools need. I discover a new feature each day. I especially like the attendance reports, report card maker, and the incident tracker. Cons I wish Alma came with some embedded translation features. Switched from [PowerSchool](https://www.capterra.com/p/175664/PowerSchool/) Expensive, inaccessible, not intuitive, poor customer support Review Source AD Ana D. Physical Education Teacher Primary/Secondary Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Handy and accommodating " March 24, 2025 5.0 Alma is very handy and user friendly. The home page isn’t cluttered. Pros The he details on students we are able to put in and scan documents and up load them to the students file is so time saving. Cons It may be user error. But being able to download only your classes attendance at once would be handy. For up to a week maybe. Switched from [ProxiTrak](https://www.capterra.com/p/199505/ProxiTrak/) Our boss made the switch to have something more user friendly Review Source KL Kat L. Instructional Services Facilitator Education Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "One Stop Shop! " June 9, 2025 5.0 I have really enjoyed our transition to Alma! As with everything, there have been some growing pains, but the Alma team has been with us each step of the way to figure things out! Pros It is great to have everything in one place - attendance, grades, report cards! So easy for anyone to access what they need at their fingertips! Cons Being in the Central Time Zone, it can be difficult to coordinate times with those that work in the Eastern Time Zone. Switched from [Power School](https://www.capterra.com/p/16487/Power-School/) We wanted something to house all our information together - SIS, SBG assessments, report cards, etc. Review Source JK Johanna K. Assistant Principal Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Alma- best SIS out there!" March 12, 2025 5.0 Have used so many platforms in my profession and this one is by far the best! Easy to navigate and teach yourself and when you need help they are there! Pros Alma is a one stop shop for all your needs operationally! I love that I can do report cards, incident reports, attendance and keep files on record for each child. It’s an easy interface to use and learn. The best part of Alma is the support system. They have amazing modules for you to learn on your own as well staff who get back to you within a 24hr window. Cons There is nothing to complain about with Alma:) Switched from [PowerSchool](https://www.capterra.com/p/175664/PowerSchool/) PowerSchool couldn’t do what we needed such as report cards Review Source MA Michelle A. Business Manager Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "User Friendly - \*\*\*\*\*" April 1, 2025 5.0 Alma has been one of the easiest programs to start up. I've been in many positions where we've implemented new software and it's a disaster, this was not one of them. Pros The customer service team is fantastic and the easy of reporting is my favorite. Cons I mostly use Alma to run reporting for the business office and state reporting and I haven't found anything I don't like yet. Review Source JM Jen M. Speech Language Pathologist Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy to use- great for all educators!" October 2, 2025 5.0 Using as an SLP has made my work so much more efficient and organized. I love how accessible and user-friendly the platform is—it gives me quick access to the student data I need, from attendance and grades to IEP documentation. It helps me stay connected with teachers and staff, making it easier to support students effectively across settings. Alma really streamlines communication and keeps everything in one place, which saves time and improves collaboration. Pros It is live up to date information about students. As an SLP I'm able to see attendance, student contact information, student pictures for use of visual schedules. I love that it is easy to use. Cons One challenge I’ve encountered with as a service provider is the inability to create my own classrooms or groups. As an SLP, I work with students across multiple grade levels and classrooms, so having my caseload organized in one central place would significantly improve efficiency. Currently, I have to search for each student individually, which takes extra time and makes it harder to manage documentation and track progress. If Alma allowed service providers to create and manage their own student groups or "classes," it would streamline workflows and better support the unique roles of specialists in schools. Review Source MW Marisol W. Registrar Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "An Essential Tool for Our School Community" September 22, 2025 5.0 My overall experience with has been excellent. The platform gives me immediate access to student information and progress in every subject, making organization much easier. It also strengthens communication with parents and allows students to connect with their classes and teachers quickly and securely. Alma provides a user-friendly interface, reliable performance, and tools that save valuable time for both teachers and administrators. It has streamlined many of our daily processes and created a stronger connection between school and families. Overall, Alma has become an essential resource that truly supports our educational mission. Pros What I like most about is that it really helps me stay organized with grading and makes daily communication with parents much easier. The customer support is responsive and helpful; they are quick to address questions and provide guidance when needed. Cons Our main challenge with is managing costs in a non-dollar economy as a nonprofit. Still, the platform’s organization and communication benefits make it a worthwhile investment despite the financial difficulty. Review Source CK Chastity K. Admin Assistant Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Alma SIS Review" April 1, 2025 5.0 We are going on year 4 with , overall it has been great. The site is user friendly and the on demand help box is great, even with the smallest question all reps are super helpful. Pros As my role as an admin assistant the spreadsheet data editor is so helpful with time management and state reporting. Cons The things I like least are minimal, for an example, not being able to print the lunch survey as a report but we have a current system that is working just fine. Review Source JB Jennifer B. EC Teacher Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Alma is truly an asset!" October 1, 2025 5.0 Alma is a wonderful platform that allows teacher to have easy access to everything in one platform. It saves time overall for teachers and I appreciate it. Pros Alma makes stream lining all things school so easy both as a teacher and a parent. It easily allows me to sync my grades, track attendance, and check where my students are each day. Cons Alma does take a little while to get used to and there are some features like special education alerts for teachers that could make it better. Review Source BW Brittany W. Special Education Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Easy and Manageable" April 1, 2025 5.0 My overall experience with Alma is good and it is very easy to navigate. Pros It is fairly easy to navigate both as a teacher and parent. It is simple in terms of adding grades to the gradebook and submitting grades for reporting. The new messaging feature is really great as well. Cons I would prefer that it automatically defaults to "assign now" rather than having to check the box to set it up for the gradebook. Review Source BG Benjamin G. Middle and High School Teacher Primary/Secondary Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A+ For Alma!" March 24, 2025 5.0 Pros The platform is user-friendly, making it easy for teachers and parents to stay connected. It works great to be able to update grades in google classroom and then they will update in Alma with one click of a button. Very organized and easily accessible! Cons Sometimes the grading using Google can be tricky setting the topic names in google classroom to match exactly or else they don’t sort into the Alma grading categories as well. Review Source PD Peggy D. District Assessment Coordinator Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "User Friendly Platform" March 13, 2025 5.0 I have used Alma as an educator, as a district consultant, as the District Assessment Coordinator, and as a parent. It is very user friendly. Pros Alma is easy to access and easy to use. It does not take a lot of training to be able to navigate, especially for basic use. Cons I sometimes have difficulty figuring out the correct reports to run. Review Source LR Leslie R. Technology Director Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Alma has made life simpler" March 12, 2025 5.0 AMAZING! Support and staff are so knowledgeable. Onboarding was easy. Although setup is always a large portion of time and complexity, the staff made it seem simple and the approach is broken down into steps easy to follow. We are now on year 3 and am so glad we made the change. Love how it is customizable and they stay up on state reporting and app connections. Pros Alma is flexible, customizable and easy to use for all of our staff and teachers. Cons Sometimes the terminology might be strange, but once you understand it, it makes sense. We came from 2 past SIS that maybe had different lingo. Review Source