Gradebook.ng

Gradebook.ng is a school management system for Nigerian secondary schools, with workflows spanning admissions, exams, assessments and finance. It is strongest for schools that want those records connected, particularly those handling WAEC registration. The right plan depends on grade range and enrollment: the Junior plan stops at JSS 1–3 and 200 students, while the Senior plan extends through SSS 3 with no stated student cap.

Overview

Families can apply through the admissions portal and follow their application’s review status. Gradebook also supports registration for Junior WAEC (BECE) and Senior WAEC (WASSCE), making it relevant to schools managing those exam processes as part of their broader records work.

Assessment formulas can be configured to generate report cards, and progress reports plus a parent/student portal extend the system beyond staff administration. E-Transcript produces transcripts and digital certificates, with PDF export and authenticity verification. Fee Payment tracks balances and payments, issues receipts and accommodates installments, with payment status connected to student records.

Cloud access requires an internet connection, so schools needing offline use should look elsewhere. Gradebook describes encrypted data transmission, secure cloud storage, regular backups and access controls; it also says school data is not shared with third parties. Records, grade reports and financial data can be exported in formats such as Excel or PDF, which offers a route to take core records elsewhere.

Key features

Academic and administrative workflows

The combination of admissions, grading, transcripts, WAEC registration and fee tracking gives secondary schools a broad set of connected tasks in one system. Configurable grading formulas and report cards suit routine assessment, while transcript verification can help recipients confirm digital credentials. Payment tracking and installment arrangements are useful for bursars managing balances, though the Fee Payment page identifies no third-party integrations.

Support and access

Video tutorials, written guides, email and phone support are offered; Senior Secondary Plan users also get live staff training. That training may matter to schools rolling out a wider workflow set. Gradebook is web-based, and its cloud model makes internet access a practical requirement for staff and families using it.

Pricing

The Free Plan costs nothing and supports up to 50 students with essential grade management. It is a sensible starting point for a small school focused on grading, but the stated scope is narrower than the admissions, exam, transcript and fee workflows that distinguish the broader system.

The Junior Secondary Plan costs 15,000 NGN a year, billed annually, with per-term payment options also offered. It covers JSS 1–3, up to 200 students and comprehensive features. This fits a junior secondary school within that enrollment ceiling; schools above 200 students or serving senior grades need another option.

The Senior Secondary Plan costs 30,000 NGN a year, billed annually, also with per-term payment options. It covers JSS 1 through SSS 3, unlimited students, advanced features and priority support. For schools spanning junior and senior secondary, its broader grade coverage and lack of a stated student cap make the higher annual price easier to justify, particularly if priority support matters. The pricing note also includes a 30-day trial.

Platforms

Gradebook.ng is web-based and requires internet access. It suits schools whose staff, students and families can work online, not settings that need an offline gradebook.

Who it's for

The system is intended for secondary-school students, teachers, bursars, administrators and parents. It is most compelling for Nigerian schools that need WAEC registration and want academic records, family applications and fee balances handled together. A small school seeking only basic grading may find the free plan adequate; schools with broader grade coverage or larger enrollment should consider the paid tiers.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Admissions, WAEC registration, grading, transcripts and fee tracking address several distinct secondary-school workflows in one service.
• Pros: Exportable student, grade and financial records, along with PDF transcripts and certificates, support record keeping and credential sharing.
• Pros: The Senior plan covers JSS 1 through SSS 3 with unlimited students and adds priority support.
• Cons: The free plan is capped at 50 students and limited to essential grade management, so it may not cover a school seeking the full workflow set.
• Cons: The Junior plan is capped at 200 students and JSS 1–3, excluding larger schools and senior classes.
• Cons: Internet access is required, and no third-party payment integrations are identified.

Alternatives

Gradebook Software is the broader category directory for comparing gradebook options. For a smaller free web-based classroom tool, Gradebox offers one classroom and 120 single-page assignment submissions or grades per month on its free plan; its $11.99 a month Pro plan is an option for readers considering a paid tier. NavEd Free Gradebook is another free web option, but its free-forever plan is limited to one class and 10 students.

SimpleGradebook may suit readers looking for a freemium option across Android, iOS and web, while GradingPal is a web-based freemium alternative with no free trial. Schools considering a paid option with mobile, desktop and web platforms can compare Jupiter, which includes gradebook, communications and administration, with scheduler, enrollment, payments and state reporting as optional upgrades. Smart Teacher, ThinkWave and GradeForge are also alternatives.

Verdict

Choose Gradebook.ng if your Nigerian secondary school wants WAEC processes, assessment, transcripts, admissions and fee tracking connected to student records, and can work online. Its strongest case is the breadth of school-specific workflows, with the Senior plan offering the clearest fit for schools spanning JSS through SSS or exceeding 200 students. Look elsewhere if offline access is essential or if a small, single-class gradebook better matches your needs.