# Aeries SIS vs Skyward Student Information System Comparison

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the difference between Aeries SIS vs Skyward?

Aeries SIS stands out for higher reviewer satisfaction in overall rating, ease of setup, and quality of support compared to Skyward.

| [Aeries SIS](https://www.g2.com/products/aeries-sis/reviews) | [Skyward](https://www.g2.com/products/skyward-student-information-system/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.1/5 (35 reviews) | 3.8/5 (177 reviews) |
| Mid-Market | Mid-Market |
| 8.3 | 7.0 |
| 8.1 | 7.5 |
| Accessible and easy to navigate | Ease of Use (2 all-time mentions) |



### How do the pricing models of Aeries SIS and Skyward compare?

Aeries SIS is rated higher for value, with a stronger Price/Cost satisfaction score than Skyward.

- **Aeries SIS:** In recent reviews, many reviewers highlight satisfaction with the value provided by Aeries SIS, noting its comprehensive features and ease of use.
- **Skyward:** Reviewers mention that Skyward offers a range of features but note that the user experience can be less intuitive, and some districts opt for lower-cost versions with fewer functions.



### What are the best alternatives to Aeries SIS and Skyward?

The top three alternatives to Aeries SIS and Skyward are PowerSchool SIS, Infinite Campus, and — (no third alternative supported in the data).

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Aeries SIS](https://www.g2.com/products/aeries-sis/reviews) | 4.1/5 (35) | Mid-Market | — | Accessible and easy to navigate |
| [Skyward](https://www.g2.com/products/skyward-student-information-system/reviews) | 3.8/5 (177) | Mid-Market | — | Ease of Use (2 all-time mentions) |
| [PowerSchool SIS](https://www.g2.com/products/powerschool-sis/reviews) | 4.2/5 (742) | Mid-Market | — | — |
| [Infinite Campus](https://www.g2.com/products/infinite-campus/reviews) | 3.7/5 (203) | Mid-Market | — | — |



### Which K-12 Student Information Systems features should I prioritize when comparing Aeries SIS and Skyward?

Buyers comparing Aeries SIS and Skyward should prioritize ease of use, ease of setup, quality of support, meets requirements, and ease of administration.

- **Ease of Use:** Aeries SIS scores 8.3, Skyward 7.3.
- **Ease of Setup:** Aeries SIS scores 8.3, Skyward 7.0.
- **Quality of Support:** Aeries SIS scores 8.1, Skyward 7.5.
- **Meets Requirements:** Aeries SIS scores 8.7, Skyward 8.2.
- **Ease of Admin:** Aeries SIS scores 8.8, Skyward 7.8.



### What are the pros and cons of Aeries SIS vs Skyward?

Aeries SIS is strongest in ease of setup and administration, while Skyward's headline strength is ease of use as cited by reviewers.

- **Aeries SIS strengths:** Reviewers highlight its accessible interface, comprehensive student data management, and high ease of setup and administration scores.
- **Aeries SIS trade-offs:** Some reviewers note the gradebook can be complicated and not as intuitive as other features.
- **Skyward strengths:** Reviewers cite ease of use (2 all-time mentions), centralized information, comprehensive features, and efficiency.
- **Skyward trade-offs:** Reviewers mention learning difficulty (2 all-time mentions), poor usability (2 all-time mentions), and that some features require additional training or are less intuitive.



### Is Aeries SIS or Skyward better for small businesses?

Both Aeries SIS and Skyward are primarily used by mid-market organizations, with no clear small-business leader in reviewer sentiment.

- **Aeries SIS:** Largest segment is Mid-Market; reviewers highlight ease of use and setup, but no specific small-business sentiment is present.
- **Skyward:** Largest segment is Mid-Market; reviewers note comprehensive features and centralized information, but no specific small-business sentiment is present.



### Which K-12 Student Information Systems platform has better integrations?

Skyward is favored for integrations, with reviewers specifically mentioning easy integrations in recent reviews.

- **Aeries SIS:** No recent reviewer-cited integrations are mentioned.
- **Skyward:** Easy integrations are cited in recent reviews (1 all-time mention), with reviewers noting integration with Google Classroom and other educational tools.



### How do Aeries SIS and Skyward compare on customer support?

Aeries SIS and Skyward are rated within 0.6 points on Quality of Support, with Aeries SIS at 8.1 and Skyward at 7.5, indicating a slight edge for Aeries SIS.

- **Aeries SIS:** Reviewers consistently praise the quality of support, with multiple reviews rating support at 6 or 7 out of 7.
- **Skyward:** Reviewers describe support as responsive and helpful, with several reviews rating support at 6 or 7 out of 7, though some mention areas for improvement.



### Which is easier to implement, Aeries SIS or Skyward?

Aeries SIS is rated higher for Ease of Setup, scoring 8.3 compared to Skyward's 7.0, indicating Aeries SIS is easier to implement.

- **Aeries SIS:** Reviewers highlight straightforward setup and ease of navigation, with several ease of setup scores at 6 or 7 out of 7.
- **Skyward:** Reviewers note that implementation is generally straightforward but can require more time and training, with ease of setup scores ranging from 1 to 7 out of 7.



| | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.1 out of 5 | 3.8 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 35 | 177 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Mid-Market (51.4% of reviews) | Mid-Market (54.0% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Aeries SIS

**Not enough data**

### Skyward Student Information System

Pros:
- Ease of Use (2 reviews)
- Centralized Information (1 reviews)

Cons:
- Learning Difficulty (2 reviews)
- Poor Usability (2 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.7 (33 reviews) | 8.2 (156 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.3 (33 reviews) | 7.3 (158 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.3 (7 reviews) | 7.0 (32 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.8 (8 reviews) | 7.8 (34 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.1 (24 reviews) | 7.5 (135 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 9.2 (6 reviews) | 8.8 (31 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 7.9 (33 reviews) | 7.2 (157 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Aeries SIS

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Skyward Student Information System

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Curriculum Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Aeries SIS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Skyward Student Information System** | 8.5/10 | 6 |

#### Assessment

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Assignments** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Grading** | Not enough data | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Mobility** | Not enough data | 8.3 (6 reviews) | 
| **Task Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Basics

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | 9.0 (5 reviews) | 
| **Interoperability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Content

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Interactive Content** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mapping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Policy Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Data

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Visualization** | Not enough data | 8.1 (6 reviews) | 

### K-12 Student Information Systems

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Aeries SIS** | 8.9/10 | 5 |
| **Skyward Student Information System** | 8.3/10 | 32 |

#### Platform Content

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | 8.3 (23 reviews) | 
| **White-Labeling** | Not enough data | 7.6 (16 reviews) | 
| **Gradebook** | 8.3 (5 reviews) | 8.5 (27 reviews) | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Cloud** | Not enough data | 8.2 (19 reviews) | 
| **Mobility** | Not enough data | 8.7 (26 reviews) | 
| **Messaging** | Not enough data | 8.5 (22 reviews) | 

#### Platform Data

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Visualization** | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 8.1 (29 reviews) | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 8.1 (29 reviews) | 
| **Analytics** | Not enough data | 8.5 (26 reviews) | 
| **Registration** | Not enough data | 8.4 (24 reviews) | 
| **Atttendance** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 8.8 (29 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - K-12 Student Information Systems

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Employee Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Client Portal** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Contact Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Billing & Invoicing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Calendar Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reminders** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Admissions Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Forms Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Student Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Student Portal** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Email Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Payroll Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Enrollments/Onboarding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Records Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Electronic Payments** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Course Authoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Curriculum Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Assignment Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Transportation Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Registration Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Forms** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Assessment Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Online Calendar** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search/Filter** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Self Service Portal** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Event Calendar** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Progress Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Progress Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Student Information/Records** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Class Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Summary Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Online Payments** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Faculty/Staff Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Employee Portal** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Data** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Attendance Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Parent/Student Portal** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Learning Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Attendance Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Financial Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Report Cards** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Fee Collection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance Metrics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For Higher Education** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile App** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Role-Based Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Education ERP Suites

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Aeries SIS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Skyward Student Information System** | N/A | N/A |

#### Integrations

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Core Modules

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Finance and Accounting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Human Resources** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Billing and Fees** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Reporting

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Report Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Report Automation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Student Information Systems (SIS)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Aeries SIS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Skyward Student Information System** | N/A | N/A |

#### Agentic AI - Student Information Systems (SIS)

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Education ERP

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Aeries SIS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Skyward Student Information System** | N/A | N/A |

#### Agentic AI - Education ERP

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Special Education

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Aeries SIS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Skyward Student Information System** | 7.8/10 | 25 |

#### Special Education Feature Questions

| Feature | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Student Data Management** | Not enough data | 8.3 (25 reviews) | 
| **IEP Creation** | Not enough data | 7.1 (15 reviews) | 
| **Goals & Objectives Library** | Not enough data | 8.0 (14 reviews) | 
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | 8.0 (16 reviews) | 
| **Meetings Tracking** | Not enough data | 7.7 (14 reviews) | 
| **Medicaid Billing** | Not enough data | 6.9 (8 reviews) | 
| **Regulatory Compliance** | Not enough data | 7.7 (17 reviews) | 
| **Custom Workflows** | Not enough data | 8.1 (12 reviews) | 
| **Reporting Capabilities** | Not enough data | 8.3 (19 reviews) | 
| **Integrations / APIs** | Not enough data | 7.6 (11 reviews) | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (1):** [K-12 Student Information Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/k-12-student-information-systems)


**Unique to Skyward Student Information System (3):** [Curriculum Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/curriculum-management), [Special Education Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/special-education), [Education ERP Suites](https://www.g2.com/categories/education-erp-suites)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Aeries SIS | Skyward Student Information System | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 17.1% | 11.9% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 51.4% | 54.0% | 
| **Enterprise** | 31.4% | 34.1% | 

### By Industry

#### Aeries SIS

- **Education Management:** 70.6%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 20.6%
- **Higher Education:** 5.9%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 2.9%

#### Skyward Student Information System

- **Education Management:** 66.3%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 20.6%
- **Higher Education:** 6.3%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 1.1%
- **Writing and Editing:** 0.6%
- **Sports:** 0.6%
- **Religious Institutions:** 0.6%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 0.6%
- **Libraries:** 0.6%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 0.6%
- **Other:** 2.3%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Aeries SIS

- [PowerSchool SIS](https://www.g2.com/products/powerschool-sis/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (742 reviews)
- [Infinite Campus](https://www.g2.com/products/infinite-campus/reviews) — 3.7/5 stars (203 reviews)
- [Synergy Education Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/edupoint-synergy-education-platform/reviews) — 2.7/5 stars (72 reviews)
- [Gradelink](https://www.g2.com/products/gradelink/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (231 reviews)
- [AdminPlus SIS](https://www.g2.com/products/adminplus-sis/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (102 reviews)
- [ISI: Illuminate Student Information](https://www.g2.com/products/isi-illuminate-student-information/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (33 reviews)
- [Follett Aspen SIS](https://www.g2.com/products/follett-aspen-sis/reviews) — 3.3/5 stars (22 reviews)
- [FACTS SIS (Student Information System)](https://www.g2.com/products/facts-sis-student-information-system/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (120 reviews)
- [Alma SIS](https://www.g2.com/products/alma-sis/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (63 reviews)
- [QuickSchools](https://www.g2.com/products/quickschools/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (93 reviews)

### Alternatives to Skyward Student Information System

- [PowerSchool SIS](https://www.g2.com/products/powerschool-sis/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (742 reviews)
- [Infinite Campus](https://www.g2.com/products/infinite-campus/reviews) — 3.7/5 stars (203 reviews)
- [Gradelink](https://www.g2.com/products/gradelink/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (231 reviews)
- [Synergy Education Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/edupoint-synergy-education-platform/reviews) — 2.7/5 stars (72 reviews)
- [FACTS SIS (Student Information System)](https://www.g2.com/products/facts-sis-student-information-system/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (120 reviews)
- [Ellucian Student](https://www.g2.com/products/ellucian-student/reviews) — 3.4/5 stars (263 reviews)
- [ThinkUp!](https://www.g2.com/products/curriculum-associates-thinkup/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (197 reviews)
- [AdminPlus SIS](https://www.g2.com/products/adminplus-sis/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (102 reviews)
- [Follett Aspen SIS](https://www.g2.com/products/follett-aspen-sis/reviews) — 3.3/5 stars (22 reviews)
- [OpenEduCat](https://www.g2.com/products/openeducat/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (150 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Aeries SIS

No discussions available for this product.

### Skyward Student Information System

- Title: [What is Skyward Student Management Suite used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-skyward-student-management-suite-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "We use it for almost everything: daily attendance, grade book, scheduling, school forms, discipline tracking, messaging, student and family information,..."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/aeries-sis-vs-skyward-student-information-system)