Scholastic (SCHL)
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SCHL Stock Chart & Stats
$39.77
-$0.60(-2.89%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$39.77
-$0.60(-2.89%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$16.81 - $43.39
Previous CloseN/A
Volume110.37K
Average Volume (3M)483.94K
Market Cap
$880.57M
Enterprise Value$1.20B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$104.60M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$284.60M
Price to Earnings (P/E)17.3
Beta0.89
Next Earnings
Jul 16, 2026EPS Estimate
2.19Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.78%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.58
Shares Outstanding20,914,276
10 Day Avg. Volume283,831
30 Day Avg. Volume483,942
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio2.15
Price to Book (P/B)0.50
Price to Sales (P/S)0.29
P/FCF Ratio6.63
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.36
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.74
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit1.32
Enterprise Value/Ebitda10.68
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$40.00Price Target Upside0.58% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)2.8
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.69B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Franchise IP StrengthDeep, proven franchises and backlist (Hunger Games, Dog Man, Wings of Fire) provide recurring, high-margin revenue streams and licensing opportunities. This durable content library smooths top-line volatility, supports merchandising and entertainment extensions, and strengthens long-term monetization beyond single-title cycles.
School Distribution & Book FairsThe school-based distribution model (book fairs/clubs) is a recurring, sticky channel with direct access to students and families. Growing fair counts, higher revenue per fair and digital adoption (eWallets) indicate improving unit economics and customer engagement, supporting sustainable, predictable revenue from core institutional relationships.
Balance-sheet OptimizationThe sale‑leaseback materially strengthened liquidity, eliminated revolver debt and produced a net cash position, enabling capital returns and providing strategic flexibility. Management’s explicit net‑leverage targets (2.0–2.5x) and authorization of sizable buybacks signal disciplined capital allocation and improved solvency for multi‑season investment.
Bears Say
Sharp TTM Revenue DeclineA ~39% TTM revenue decline signals structural top-line pressure that reduces scale advantages and strains fixed-cost absorption. Reliance on blockbuster release timing and uneven Trade/International performance increases earnings volatility and makes sustaining prior margin levels and reinvestment more difficult absent durable revenue stabilization.
Weakening Cash GenerationMaterial deterioration in operating and free cash flow limits internal funding for content investment and operational initiatives. With FCF sharply lower, the company is more dependent on one‑off proceeds (sale‑leaseback) for buybacks and leverage targets, reducing financial resilience to seasonality or further revenue softness.
Tariffs And Margin HeadwindsA recurring tariff expense (~$10M) is a persistent cost headwind that compresses gross margins unless passed to customers. Combined with higher rent/overhead after the sale‑leaseback and pockets of International/Trade softness, this structural cost pressure makes sustained margin recovery more challenging absent stronger revenue or cost offsets.
Scholastic News
SCHL FAQ
What was Scholastic’s price range in the past 12 months?
Scholastic lowest stock price was $16.81 and its highest was $43.39 in the past 12 months.
What is Scholastic’s market cap?
Scholastic’s market cap is $880.57M.
When is Scholastic’s upcoming earnings report date?
Scholastic’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 16, 2026 which is in 44 days.
How were Scholastic’s earnings last quarter?
Scholastic released its earnings results on Mar 19, 2026. The company reported -$0.15 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -$0.365 by $0.215.
Is Scholastic overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Scholastic’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Scholastic pay dividends?
Scholastic pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.2 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.78%. See more information on Scholastic dividends here
What is Scholastic’s EPS estimate?
Scholastic’s EPS estimate is 2.19.
How many shares outstanding does Scholastic have?
Scholastic has 20,914,276 shares outstanding.
What happened to Scholastic’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Scholastic reported an EPS of -$0.15 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -$0.365. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 8.791%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Scholastic?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SCHL
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Scholastic Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$40.00 (0.58% Upside)
$40.00 (0.58% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
SCHL Sentiment 50%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 39.1K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $394.0K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.2%
Last 30 Days ▼ 17.9%
Last 30 Days ▼ 17.9%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
141.21%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
6.91%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-9.20%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Scholastic
Scholastic Corporation publishes and distributes children's books worldwide. It operates in three segments: Children's Book Publishing and Distribution, Education Solutions, and International. The Children's Book Publishing and Distribution segment publishes and distributes children's books, e-books, media, and interactive products through its school book club and fair channels, as well as trade channels. Its original publications include the Harry Potter, Hunger Games, Bad Guys, Baby-Sitters Club graphic novels, Magic School Bus, Captain Underpants, Dog Man, Wings of Fire, Cat Kid Comic Club, Goosebumps, and Clifford The Big Red Dog; and licensed properties comprise the Peppa Pig and Pokemon. In addition, this segment publishes and creates books plus and novelty products for children, including titles, such as the Pastel Studio, Mini Clay World Candy Cart, LEGO Gear Bots, Never Touch series, and other titles under the Klutz and the Make Believe Ideas names; and non-fiction books under the Children's Press and Franklin Watts names. The Education Solutions segment publishes and distributes classroom magazines under the Scholastic News, Scholastic Scope, Storyworks, Let's Find Out, and Junior Scholastic names; supplemental and classroom materials and programs, and related support services; and print and on-line reference, and non-fiction products, as well as consulting services. The International segment offers original trade and educational publishing programs; distributes children's books, digital educational resources, and other materials through school-based book clubs, school-based book fairs, and trade channels; produces and distributes magazines; and provides online subscription services. The company distributes its products and services directly to schools and libraries through retail stores and the Internet. Scholastic Corporation was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
SCHL Company Deck
SCHL Earnings Call
Q3 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call reflected meaningful balance sheet and shareholder‑friendly achievements (>$400M sale‑leaseback proceeds, aggressive buybacks, net cash position, reaffirmed FCF and adjusted EBITDA guidance) alongside operational and seasonal headwinds (modest revenue decline, adjusted EBITDA pressured by sale‑leaseback, Trade and International softness, and tariff costs). Franchise strength (Hunger Games, Dog Man, Wings of Fire), Book Fairs momentum, digital/audience growth, and improving Education profitability are substantial positives that largely offset the near‑term quarter‑specific challenges. Management reiterated confidence in Q4 seasonality, cost mitigation, and longer‑term stabilization and growth actions.View all SCHL earnings summariesSCHL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$40.00
▲(0.58% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
5.38% Insiders
23.53% Mutual Funds
13.58% Other Institutional Investors
24.59% Public Companies and
Individual Investors