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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$20.60 - $48.07
Previous CloseN/A
Volume110.37K
Average Volume (3M)331.65K
Market Cap
$989.93M
Enterprise Value$1.25B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$104.60M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$284.60M
Price to Earnings (P/E)18.0
Beta0.81
Next Earnings
Jul 23, 2026EPS Estimate
2.16Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.78%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.58
Shares Outstanding20,914,276
10 Day Avg. Volume266,006
30 Day Avg. Volume331,647
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 Cap1.27
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.78
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit1.38
Enterprise Value/Ebitda5.70
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$42.00Price Target Upside5.61% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)2.67
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.69B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Intellectual Property FranchiseWell‑known franchises (Hunger Games, Dog Man, Wings of Fire) create durable revenue streams via new releases, backlist sales, licensing and cross‑format monetization. This IP base supports recurring demand, higher margins on bestselling titles, and long‑term brand equity that cushions top‑line volatility.
Resilient School Channel And Book FairsThe school channel (book fairs, clubs) is a recurring, institutionally anchored distribution engine with strong customer stickiness. Growth in fair counts, higher revenue per fair, eWallet adoption and new Discovery Fairs pilots point to durable unit economics and multiple levers to expand per‑event revenues and customer engagement over time.
Balance Sheet Strength & Liquidity ActionsThe sale‑leaseback materially improved liquidity, eliminated revolver borrowings and produced net cash that bolsters financial flexibility. That capital enables deleveraging, targeted buybacks and funding for strategic investments while management sets explicit net‑leverage targets, reducing short‑term refinancing risk.
Bears Say
Significant Revenue ContractionA sharp multi‑period revenue decline undermines operating scale and long‑run margin sustainability. Persistent top‑line weakness limits fixed‑cost absorption, pressures unit economics across Trade and International segments, and raises execution risk for returning to historical profitability levels.
Weakening Free Cash Flow GenerationMaterial deterioration in operating and free cash flow constrains reinvestment capacity and heightens reliance on one‑time financing actions. Reduced cash conversion limits funding for content, digital initiatives and working capital, and makes ongoing capital returns and strategic investments more contingent on non‑operating proceeds.
Sale‑Leaseback Raised Recurring Costs And Adjusted EBITDA HeadwindWhile providing liquidity, the sale‑leaseback converts owned real estate into recurring rent, permanently increasing SG&A and lowering adjusted EBITDA. This structural cost shift, combined with expected tariff headwinds and higher unallocated overhead, reduces margin headroom and raises the bar for operational improvements to restore past profitability.
Scholastic News
SCHL FAQ
What was Scholastic’s price range in the past 12 months?
Scholastic lowest stock price was $20.60 and its highest was $48.07 in the past 12 months.
What is Scholastic’s market cap?
Scholastic’s market cap is $989.93M.
When is Scholastic’s upcoming earnings report date?
Scholastic’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 23, 2026 which is in 8 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 2.16.
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
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$42.00 (5.61% Upside)
$42.00 (5.61% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
SCHL Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 39.1K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Neutral
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 1.6%
Last 30 Days ▲ 1.6%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
111.01%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
6.91%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-9.20%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Scholastic
Scholastic Corporation, a company founded in 1920 and headquartered in New York, New York, specializes in the global creation and distribution of literary and educational materials for young people. Its operations are structured into three key business divisions: Children's Book Publishing and Distribution, Education Solutions, and International. The Children's Book Publishing and Distribution unit is responsible for developing and supplying books, e-books, various media, and interactive products for children. These are made available through school-based book clubs and book fairs, as well as conventional retail channels. Notable proprietary series within its catalog include Harry Potter, The 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. The division also features popular licensed properties such as Peppa Pig and Pokémon. Moreover, this segment produces activity kits and novelty items for children, offering titles like Pastel Studio, Mini Clay World Candy Cart, LEGO Gear Bots, and the Never Touch series, under its Klutz and Make Believe Ideas imprints. Additionally, it publishes non-fiction works through its Children's Press and Franklin Watts lines. The Education Solutions segment provides classroom magazines, including Scholastic News, Scholastic Scope, Storyworks, Let's Find Out, and Junior Scholastic. It also develops and delivers supplementary educational resources, curriculum programs, and related support services, alongside print and digital reference and non-fiction materials, and specialized consulting. Internationally, the International segment develops its own trade and educational publishing programs. It facilitates the distribution of children's books, digital educational tools, and other materials via school-based book clubs, school-hosted book fairs, and broader trade outlets. This division further produces and circulates magazines and offers online subscription services. The company's diverse range of products and services reaches its audience directly through schools and libraries, as well as through retail stores and online platforms.
SCHL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$42.00
▲(5.61% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
5.38% Insiders
23.57% Mutual Funds
<0.01% Other Institutional Investors
41.82% Public Companies and
Individual Investors