SCHL Scholastic PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current P/E ratio for Scholastic stock as of Apr 1, 2025 is 31.4. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $0.6 and the stock price of $18.84 per share.
SCHL PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Scholastic for the last ten years is 46.01. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 31.4 is 32% less than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, SCHL's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Aug 2021 quarter at 255.69, when the price was $33.24 and the EPS was $0.13. The lowest point was recorded in the Feb 2016 quarter, when it reached 3.99 with a price of $35.03 and an EPS of $8.77.
Scholastic PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 569.84% in 2016
Maximum annual decrease: -78.47% in 2015
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 88.49 | 433.39% | $36.28 | $0.41 |
| 2023 | 16.59 | 2.98% | $42.48 | $2.56 |
| 2022 | 16.11 | N/A | $37.53 | $2.33 |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A | $33.68 | -$0.32 |
| 2020 | N/A | N/A | $29.4 | -$1.27 |
| 2019 | 75.2 | N/A | $33.09 | $0.44 |
| 2018 | N/A | N/A | $44.99 | -$0.14 |
| 2017 | 28.17 | -14.87% | $42.53 | $1.51 |
| 2016 | 33.09 | 569.84% | $39.05 | $1.18 |
| 2015 | 4.94 | -78.47% | $44.45 | $9 |
| 2014 | 22.94 | -26.43% | $31.88 | $1.39 |
| 2013 | 31.18 | 278.4% | $30.24 | $0.97 |
| 2012 | 8.24 | -64.3% | $26.95 | $3.27 |
| 2011 | 23.08 | 35.92% | $27.24 | $1.18 |
| 2010 | 16.98 | N/A | $26.15 | $1.54 |
Scholastic PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | 36.48 | N/A | $21.89 | $0.6 |
| Nov 2024 | N/A | N/A | $26.38 | -$0.18 |
| Aug 2024 | 53.13 | -39.96% | $31.88 | $0.6 |
| May 2024 | 88.49 | 236.59% | $36.28 | $0.41 |
| Feb 2024 | 26.29 | 27.31% | $39.44 | $1.5 |
| Nov 2023 | 20.65 | -28.72% | $37.99 | $1.84 |
| Aug 2023 | 28.97 | 74.62% | $43.45 | $1.5 |
| May 2023 | 16.59 | -35.62% | $42.48 | $2.56 |
| Feb 2023 | 25.77 | 19.09% | $45.61 | $1.77 |
| Nov 2022 | 21.64 | -19.88% | $41.12 | $1.9 |
| Aug 2022 | 27.01 | 67.66% | $45.91 | $1.7 |
| May 2022 | 16.11 | -59.81% | $37.53 | $2.33 |
| Feb 2022 | 40.08 | 15.01% | $42.08 | $1.05 |
| Nov 2021 | 34.85 | -86.37% | $37.64 | $1.08 |
| Aug 2021 | 255.69 | N/A | $33.24 | $0.13 |
SCHL average PE ratio chart
Currently, SCHL's PE ratio is under its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
SCHL PE vs peers
SCHL's PE ratio is less than its peer stocks DIS and NWSA, but it is above NYT's.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| NYT New York Times Co | 28.02 | $8.19B |
| SCHL Scholastic Corp | 31.4 | $502.77M |
| DIS Walt Disney Co | 31.61 | $176.58B |
| NWSA News Corp | 36.99 | $15.32B |
| EDUC Educational Development Corp | N/A | $11.24M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Scholastic's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for SCHL stock as of Apr 1, 2025, stands at 31.4.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Scholastic (SCHL)?
Over the last 3 years, the average PE ratio for SCHL stock is 32.83.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Scholastic (SCHL)?
Over the last 5 years, the average PE ratio for SCHL stock is 49.41.
What is the highest PE ratio for SCHL?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 255.69 and it was in the Aug 2021 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for SCHL compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of SCHL is 32% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is SCHL's PE ratio calculated (Scholastic PE ratio formula)?
To determine the P/E ratio, divide the latest stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Apr 1, 2025), Scholastic's share price is $18.84. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Feb 2025 is $0.6. Therefore, Scholastic's price to earnings ratio for today is 31.4. PE RATIO(31.4) = STOCK PRICE($18.84) / TTM EPS($0.6)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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