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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!

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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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 1 - Career Day (1) / Career Day (2)
    7.9/10(1054 votes)

    #1 - Career Day (1) / Career Day (2)

    S3:E1

    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

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  2. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 3 - Gregory's Garden Goofballs
    7.6/10(937 votes)

    #2 - Gregory's Garden Goofballs

    S3:E3

    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

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  3. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 4 - Smoking
    8.2/10(1091 votes)

    #3 - Smoking

    S3:E4

    After a student is caught smoking, the Abbott staff come together to revamp the outdated drug policy.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

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  4. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 5 - Breakup
    7.6/10(929 votes)

    #4 - Breakup

    S3:E5

    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

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  5. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 6 - Willard R. Abbott
    7.8/10(934 votes)

    #5 - Willard R. Abbott

    S3:E6

    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

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  6. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 7 - Librarian
    8.0/10(919 votes)

    #6 - Librarian

    S3:E7

    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

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  7. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 8 - Panel
    7.6/10(897 votes)

    #7 - Panel

    S3:E8

    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

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  8. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 9 - Alex
    7.4/10(779 votes)

    #8 - Alex

    S3:E9

    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

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  9. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 10 - 2 Ava 2 Fest
    7.6/10(812 votes)

    #9 - 2 Ava 2 Fest

    S3:E10

    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 McCrory

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  10. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 11 - Double Date
    7.7/10(818 votes)

    #10 - Double Date

    S3:E11

    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

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  11. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 12 - Mother's Day
    7.6/10(791 votes)

    #11 - Mother's Day

    S3:E12

    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

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  12. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 13 - Smith Playground
    8.1/10(809 votes)

    #12 - Smith Playground

    S3:E13

    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:Jay Karas
    Writer:Brian Rubenstein

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  13. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 14 - Party
    8.7/10(999 votes)

    #13 - Party

    S3:E14

    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
    Writers:Chad Morton, Rebekka Pesqueira

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Career Day (1) / Career Day (2)" is the best rated episode of "Abbott Elementary" season 3. It scored 7.9/10 based on 1054 votes. Directed by Randall Einhorn and written by Quinta Brunson, it aired on 2/7/2024. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Gregory's Garden Goofballs".