US School Calendar 2026–2027
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49 states and Washington, DC are listed below. Exact dates belong to the named, officially sourced district examples only. A state can have multiple calendars; rows without an example link to district-check guidance instead of inventing dates.
When does school start in the USA in 2026?
There is no national first day. Verified examples range from Chandler Unified on July 15 to NYC public schools on September 10, 2026. Houston ISD started August 10 and Seattle grades 1-12 started September 2. Those examples are not statewide rules. For start-date planning, use the first day of school 2026 guide and then confirm your district.
When does school end in the USA in 2027?
The last day depends on the district and grade. Chandler lists May 20, Dallas May 26, DCPS June 17 and NYC June 28, 2027. Weather makeup days can extend calendars, and preschool or senior schedules may differ. The table keeps each date attached to its named district rather than suggesting one last day for an entire state.
When is spring break 2027?
Houston ISD lists March 8-12, Dallas and Austin March 15-19, and Seattle April 12-16. Even districts in the same state can disagree. The spring break 2027 dates and week table groups verified calendars so families can check the right school system before making travel plans.
How should families use a school calendar?
Check the school year, district, grade and calendar type first. A traditional calendar is not interchangeable with a year-round track. Confirm staff-only days and emergency makeup dates before booking childcare. Use the school holidays guide for breaks and the printable planner for a planning copy.
| State | District / scope | First day 2026 | Last day 2027 | Spring break 2027 | Official calendar |
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| New York | New York City Public SchoolsNamed district only; not statewide | Sep 10, 2026 | Jun 28, 2027 | Apr 22, 2027 – Apr 30, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| California | Los Angeles Unified School DistrictNamed district only; not statewide | Aug 12, 2026 | Jun 4, 2027 | Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| Texas | Houston Independent School DistrictNamed district only; not statewide | Aug 10, 2026 | May 28, 2027 | Mar 8, 2027 – Mar 12, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| Austin Independent School DistrictNamed district only; not statewide | Aug 18, 2026 | May 27, 2027 | Mar 15, 2027 – Mar 19, 2027 | Calendar ↗ | |
| Dallas Independent School DistrictTraditional district example; not statewide | Aug 11, 2026 | May 26, 2027 | Mar 15, 2027 – Mar 19, 2027 | Calendar ↗ | |
| Florida | Broward County Public SchoolsNamed district only; not statewide | Aug 10, 2026 | May 28, 2027 | Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| Pennsylvania | School District of PhiladelphiaNamed district only; not statewide | Aug 24, 2026 | Jun 9, 2027 | Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 25, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| Illinois | Chicago Public SchoolsNamed district only; not statewide | Aug 24, 2026 | Jun 11, 2027 | Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| Ohio | Cincinnati Public SchoolsCincinnati Public Schools district example; not statewide | Aug 19, 2026 | May 25, 2027 | Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| Georgia | Atlanta Public SchoolsNamed district only; not statewide | Aug 3, 2026 | May 27, 2027 | Apr 5, 2027 – Apr 9, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| Arizona | Chandler Unified School DistrictNamed district only; not statewide | Jul 15, 2026 | May 20, 2027 | Mar 8, 2027 – Mar 19, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| North Carolina | Wake County Public School SystemNamed district only; not statewide | Aug 24, 2026 | Jun 9, 2027 | Mar 29, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| Michigan | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| New Jersey | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Virginia | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Washington | Seattle Public SchoolsNamed district only; not statewide | Sep 2, 2026 | Jun 21, 2027 | Apr 12, 2027 – Apr 16, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
| Tennessee | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Indiana | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Missouri | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Maryland | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Wisconsin | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Colorado | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Minnesota | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| South Carolina | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Alabama | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Louisiana | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Kentucky | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Oregon | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Oklahoma | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Connecticut | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Utah | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Iowa | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Nevada | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Arkansas | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Mississippi | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Kansas | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| New Mexico | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Nebraska | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| West Virginia | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Idaho | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Hawaii | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| New Hampshire | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Maine | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Montana | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Rhode Island | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Delaware | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| South Dakota | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| North Dakota | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Alaska | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Vermont | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Wyoming | District calendars vary. Find your district’s official calendar → | ||||
| Washington DC | District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)Named district only; not statewide | Aug 24, 2026 | Jun 17, 2027 | Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027 | Calendar ↗ |
About the 2026-2027 School Year
When does school start?
Most US schools start between early August and the day after Labor Day (September 7, 2026). The exact date depends on your state and district.
How many school days?
Most states require 180 instructional days per year. Some states measure by hours instead of days, typically 900–1,080 hours annually.
When does school end?
Most schools end between late May and late June 2027. Southern states tend to end earlier, while northeastern states often go into late June.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does school start in 2026-2027?
There is no single US first day. Named examples include Chandler Unified on July 15, Houston ISD on August 10, Seattle grades 1-12 on September 2, and NYC public schools on September 10, 2026. Confirm the district, grade and calendar track; these are not statewide dates.
When does school end in 2027?
Named examples include Chandler Unified on May 20, Dallas ISD on May 26, DCPS on June 17 and NYC public schools on June 28, 2027. Preschool, senior and weather makeup schedules may differ; check the district’s official calendar.
How many school days are required in the US?
Instructional requirements vary by state and grade. Some states use school days, others use instructional hours, and some allow either. Ohio uses minimum instructional hours rather than a universal 182-day rule. Check your state education department and district calendar for the requirement that applies to your child.
When is spring break 2027?
Spring break dates differ even within one state. Houston ISD lists March 8-12, Dallas and Austin March 15-19, and Broward County March 22-26, 2027. Seattle lists April 12-16 and NYC April 22-30. Confirm the named district before booking travel.