PowerSchool SIS
7.3#2 in special education softwareAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Progress Desk
6.4#8 in special education software$59, paid onceiOSmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | PowerSchool SIS | Progress Desk |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | Gartner Peer Insights lists PowerSchool's founding year as 1997. | 2025 |
| Headquarters | PowerSchool lists 150 Parkshore Drive, Folsom, California as its headquarters. | Columbus, Ohio, United States |
PowerSchool SIS plans
- PowerSchool SIS starting pricePriced on request
- PowerSchool SISPriced on request
Progress Desk plans
- Progress Desk for iPad$59, paid once
- Progress Desk for Mac$99, paid once
Pick PowerSchool SIS if…
It suits schools seeking one system for attendance, grades, family access, fees, and student-support records. Its IEP, accommodation, service, and compliance tools may be relevant to schools documenting specialized support.
Pick Progress Desk if…
Progress Desk suits special education professionals who manage documentation, goals, services, and schedules. Its local data handling may appeal to users who want student records kept on their device.