The Best Episodes of Abbott Elementary Season 3
Every episode of Abbott Elementary Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Abbott Elementary Season 3!
In this workplace comedy, a group of dedicated, passionate teachers — and a slightly tone-deaf principal — are brought together in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life. Though these incredible public servants may be outnumbered and underfunded, they love what they do — even if they don’t love the school district’s less-than-stellar attitude toward educating children.
Season 3 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Abbott Elementary" season 3 is "Career Day (1) / Career Day (2)", rated 8/10 from 716 user votes. It was directed by Randall Einhorn and written by Quinta Brunson. "Career Day (1) / Career Day (2)" aired on 2/7/2024 and is rated 0.4 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Gregory's Garden Goofballs".
8.0/10 716 votes#1 - Career Day (1) / Career Day (2)
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 2/7/2024
It's a new year at Abbott Elementary, and Janine is as eager as ever. She plans a district-wide initiative - Career Day - and is anxious for it to be a success. Meanwhile, Ava has a new approach to her job, and Melissa is asked a surprising question.
Director: Randall Einhorn
Writer: Quinta Brunson
7.6/10 623 votes#2 - Gregory's Garden Goofballs
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 2/14/2024
Gregory is hesitant when kids start hanging out in his classroom at lunch, looking to him for advice; Barbara is shocked to find Tariq is dating the mother of one of her students; Janine and Jacob try to hire an ASL interpreter.
Director: Justin Tan
Writer: Brian Rubenstein
8.2/10 732 votes#3 - Smoking
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 2/21/2024
After a student is caught smoking, the Abbott staff come together to revamp the outdated drug policy. Meanwhile, Janine tries to prep the new substitute teacher for her class but finds it challenging to give up her former role.
Director: Randall Einhorn
Writer: Jordan Temple
7.6/10 627 votes#4 - Breakup
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 2/28/2024
When Barbara's church choir uses the gym for rehearsals, Ava notices tension in the group. Jacob's eagerness for a full social calendar worries Gregory. Melissa and Janine investigate a new substitute.
Director: Jennifer Celotta
Writer: Britanni Nichols
7.8/10 617 votes#5 - Willard R. Abbott
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 3/10/2024
Abbott Elementary is deemed a Philadelphia historical landmark, much to Ava and Janine’s delight; however, Barbara and Melissa are not as impressed. The school plans a celebration in honor of its namesake, but not everything goes as planned.
Director: Matt Sohn
Writer: Morgan Murphy
8.0/10 588 votes#6 - Librarian
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 3/13/2024
Janine spearheads a pilot program that brings a librarian to Abbott; however, when friction arises with one of the teachers, it strains Janine's relationships with both parties. Meanwhile, both Melissa and Jacob deal with some big changes at home.
Director: Karan Soni
Writer: Morgan Murphy
7.6/10 567 votes#7 - Panel
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 3/20/2024
Ava and Gregory are invited to speak on a panel about public schools. Elsewhere, the other teachers must complete CPR training, and Janine faces challenges securing district approval for her librarian extension program.
Director: Claire Scanlon
Writer: Kate Peterman
7.5/10 464 votes#8 - Alex
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 4/10/2024
Jacob is shocked when he finds out his colleagues are not invested in his frequent email messages and haven’t even been writing their own replies. Meanwhile, Gregory turns to Janine for help with a former student.
Director: Randall Einhorn
Writer: Justin Tan
7.6/10 481 votes#9 - 2 Ava 2 Fest
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 4/17/2024
Ava Fest is back, and with the help of the teachers, Ava’s set on outdoing last year by any means necessary. After Janine accepts the offer for a full-time position at the district, she just has to check off one last thing to make it official.
Director: Ken Whittingham
Writer: Joya McCroy
7.7/10 484 votes#10 - Double Date
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 5/1/2024
Two teachers head out on a double date, but when they run into familiar bar patrons, it proves to be an unfortunate distraction. At Ava’s first book club meeting, the group ends up in a debate over who would be the best post-apocalyptic leader.
Director: Razan Ghalayini
Writer: Garrett Werner
7.6/10 450 votes#11 - Mother's Day
Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 5/8/2024
Barbara invites Gregory to her family’s Mother’s Day brunch. Jacob scrambles to figure out how to organize a school field trip.
Director: Richie Edelson
Writer: Riley Dufurrena
8.0/10 451 votes#12 - Smith Playground
Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 5/15/2024
Jacob manages to pull off a schoolwide field trip to the park; however, when Abbott must share the playground, the fun and games turn competitive. Elsewhere, Mr. Johnson enjoys having an empty school to himself.
Director: Jaime Eliezer Karas
Writer: Brian Rubenstein
8.6/10 523 votes#13 - Party
Season 3 Episode 14 - Aired 5/22/2024
It’s the last day of school! Ahead of summer vacation, Janine throws the perfect end-of-year party for her colleagues and friends, taking all their interests into consideration.
Director: Randall Einhorn
Writer: Chad Morton, Rebekka Pesqueira