# Best Education HR Software - Page 7 *By [Emma Stein](https://research.g2.com/insights/author/emma-stein)* Education HR (human resources) software helps HR departments at educational institutions manage and automate the core tasks involved with managing their employees, including recordkeeping, recording time and attendance, and processing payroll. While similar to general-purpose [HR software](https://www.g2.com/categories/hr), Education HR software products have features specifically designed to meet the unique HR needs of schools, colleges and universities. Educational institutions use Education HR software to manage the processes involved with running an organization that might have hundreds or thousands of employees. These tools help streamline tasks from throughout the employee lifecycle, including improving employee recruiting and onboarding, streamlining attendance management, automating payroll. Some products include features to manage teacher evaluations and professional development activities. HR administrators use Education HR software to manage employees from an institutional level, while individual teachers and staff members use it to accomplish job-related tasks like requesting time off or submitting timesheets for payroll. Education HR software often integrates with other tools that educational institutions use to manage finances and business processes, such as Education ERP suites and Education Finance and Accounting Software. Some also integrate with [Student Information Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/student-information-systems-sis) so employee changes are reflected in both systems. To qualify for inclusion in the Education HR Software category, a product must: - Be specifically designed to manage HR processes for educational institutions - Manage relevant employee data - Securely store and maintain employee records and documentation - Manage one or more of the following core HR functions: employee attendance, time off requests, payroll, evaluations, recruiting ## G2 Grid® for Education HR Software ![G2 Grid® for Education HR Software plotting products by satisfaction and market presence](https://www.g2.com/categories/education-hr/grids.png?focus%5B%5D=43154&focus%5B%5D=6837&focus%5B%5D=24990&focus%5B%5D=153641&focus%5B%5D=7055&focus%5B%5D=33519&focus%5B%5D=4546&focus%5B%5D=100994) Highlighted products: Watermark Faculty Success, Jenzabar One, Oracle Higher Education Cloud, ExtensisHR, Tyler School ERP Pro, Teachmint, NEOGOV Talent Management Suite, and Frontline Absence & Time. Underlying data: [Grid® JSON](https://www.g2.com/categories/education-hr/grids.json?focus%5B%5D=watermark-watermark-faculty-success&focus%5B%5D=jenzabar-one&focus%5B%5D=oracle-higher-education-cloud&focus%5B%5D=extensishr-extensishr&focus%5B%5D=tyler-school-erp-pro&focus%5B%5D=teachmint-g2&focus%5B%5D=neogov-talent-management-suite&focus%5B%5D=frontline-absence-time) ## How Many Education HR Software Products Does G2 Track? **Total Products under this Category:** 119 ### Category Stats (Jul 2026) - **Average Rating**: 4.12/5 The average rating of products in this category, based on all submitted ratings - **Top Trending Product**: ExtensisHR (+0.37%) - Among all products in this category, ExtensisHR recorded the largest rating increase compared to last month *Last updated: July 15, 2026* ## How Does G2 Rank Education HR Software Products? **Why You Can Trust G2's Software Rankings:** - 30 Analysts and Data Experts - 1,000+ Authentic Reviews - 119+ Products - Unbiased Rankings G2's software rankings are built on verified user reviews, rigorous moderation, and a consistent research methodology maintained by a team of analysts and data experts. Each product is measured using the same transparent criteria, with no paid placement or vendor influence. While reviews reflect real user experiences, which can be subjective, they offer valuable insight into how software performs in the hands of professionals. Together, these inputs power the G2 Score, a standardized way to compare tools within every category. ## Which Education HR Software Is Best for Your Use Case? - **Leader:** [Watermark Faculty Success](https://www.g2.com/products/watermark-watermark-faculty-success/reviews) - **Highest Performer:** [Frontline Insights Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/frontline-insights-platform/reviews) - **Easiest to Use:** [Teachmint](https://www.g2.com/products/teachmint-g2/reviews) - **Top Trending:** [Frontline Central](https://www.g2.com/products/frontline-central/reviews) - **Best Free Software:** [Teachmint](https://www.g2.com/products/teachmint-g2/reviews) --- **Sponsored** ### Sycamore Sycamore is a cloud-based school management software (SIS and LMS platform) that helps K–12 schools manage student data, classroom learning, communication, and financial operations in one centralized system. It is designed for administrators, teachers, parents, and students who need a reliable platform to handle academic and operational workflows efficiently. Sycamore integrates core student information management with tools that support daily classroom activities and administrative processes. Schools use it to track attendance, grades, schedules, and behavior records, while also managing communication between teachers and families. The system provides secure, role-based access for all users, ensuring data accuracy and accountability across every department. Key features and capabilities include: •  Comprehensive student information system (SIS) for attendance, grading, scheduling, and transcripts •  Learning management tools for lesson planning, assignments, and classroom communication •  Parent and student portals for transparency and engagement •  Reporting and analytics dashboards for data-driven decision-making •  Cloud hosting with secure access from any device A key component of the platform is Sycamore Payments, a built-in payment solution that allows schools to collect tuition, fees, and donations directly within the system. By integrating financial transactions with student records, Sycamore Payments helps schools reduce manual data entry, improve accuracy, and offer flexible payment options to families. Sycamore Payments offers: •  Support for credit cards, ACH, and recurring payments •  Real-time tracking and reconciliation of transactions •  Simplified billing and reporting for administrators •  A unified experience that connects financial and academic data Sycamore serves K–12 private, charter, and faith-based schools looking for a complete digital solution to manage their operations. It provides an all-in-one system that improves communication, reduces administrative workload, and keeps schools organized throughout the academic year. For schools exploring migration, the platform offers a clear transition process at https://sycamoreleaf.com/switch-now/ [Visit website](https://www.g2.com/external_clickthroughs/record?secure%5Bad_program%5D=ppc&secure%5Bad_slot%5D=category_product_list&secure%5Bcategory_id%5D=2370&secure%5Bchosen_at%5D=2026-07-15T17%3A31%3A44Z&secure%5Bdisplayable_resource_id%5D=1032&secure%5Bdisplayable_resource_type%5D=Category&secure%5Bmedium%5D=sponsored&secure%5Bplacement_reason%5D=neighbor_category&secure%5Bplacement_resource_ids%5D%5B%5D=1032&secure%5Bprioritized%5D=false&secure%5Bproduct_id%5D=6851&secure%5Bresource_id%5D=2370&secure%5Bresource_type%5D=Category&secure%5Bsource_type%5D=category_page&secure%5Bsource_url%5D=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fcategories%2Feducation-hr%3Fpage%3D7&secure%5Btoken%5D=d605ff61118351105bcbab041d54dac35901d8caf52451553a09260fe59d4787&secure%5Burl%5D=https%3A%2F%2Fsycamoreleaf.com%2Fswitch-now%2F&secure%5Burl_type%5D=custom_url) --- ## What Is Education HR Software? [Education ERP Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/education-erp) ## What Software Categories Are Similar to Education HR Software? - [K-12 Student Information Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/k-12-student-information-systems) - [Education ERP Suites](https://www.g2.com/categories/education-erp-suites) - [Education Finance Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/education-finance-software)