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The Best Episodes of Abbott Elementary Season 5

Every episode of Abbott Elementary Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Abbott Elementary Season 5!

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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 5 Episode 1 - Team Building
    7.5/10(775 votes)

    #1 - Team Building

    S5:E1

    The teachers prepare for the upcoming school year with new faces and big changes on the horizon.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Quinta Brunson

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  2. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 2 - Cheating
    7.7/10(732 votes)

    #2 - Cheating

    S5:E2

    Melissa tries to outsmart her students; Tariq causes chaos in Janine's class; a new guidance counselor joins the school.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Brian Rubenstein

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  3. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 3 - Ballgame
    8.2/10(774 votes)

    #3 - Ballgame

    S5:E3

    The Abbott crew heads to the ballpark for Teachers' Appreciation Night at the Philadelphia Phillies game.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Ava Coleman

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  4. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 4 - Game Night
    7.9/10(748 votes)

    #4 - Game Night

    S5:E4

    Gregory steps in to host game night at his apartment. Mr. Johnson, Ava, Barbara and Melissa head to the DMV to renew their licenses.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Brittani Nichols

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  5. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 5 - Camping
    7.6/10(718 votes)

    #5 - Camping

    S5:E5

    Barbara organizes a Halloween camping trip for older kids.

    Director:Matt Pexa
    Writer:Kate Peterman

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  6. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 6 - No Phones
    7.5/10(679 votes)

    #6 - No Phones

    S5:E6

    Abbott Elementary participates in the district’s "No Phones Day" initiative.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Joya McCrory

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  7. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 7 - Goofgirl
    7.4/10(641 votes)

    #7 - Goofgirl

    S5:E7

    A new member joins Gregory's Garden Goofballs, and Janine pitches a new club idea to Ava.

    Director:Justin Tan
    Writer:Justin Tan

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  8. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 8 - Birthday
    7.6/10(644 votes)

    #8 - Birthday

    S5:E8

    Jacob takes the lead on organizing Abbott's annual winter show, and Janine celebrates her 30th birthday.

    Director:Matt Sohn
    Writer:Garrett Werner

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  9. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 9 - Mall (1)
    7.7/10(661 votes)

    #9 - Mall (1)

    S5:E9

    Abbott Elementary returns from winter break at their new temporary school: an abandoned mall. The teachers deal with unique challenges that come with teaching in the new location.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Riley Dufurrena

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  10. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 10 - Mall (2): Questions & Concerns
    7.6/10(618 votes)

    #10 - Mall (2): Questions & Concerns

    S5:E10

    Growing pains hit Abbott Elementary as the PTA pressures Janine and Gregory for answers. Meanwhile, Jacob and Barbara become suspicious of Mr. Morton.

    Director:Tyler James Williams
    Writer:Chad Morton

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  11. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 11 - Mall (3): Heroes
    7.7/10(613 votes)

    #11 - Mall (3): Heroes

    S5:E11

    After the faculty finds surprising success operating the school in the mall, they quickly realize they are being taken advantage of. Meanwhile, a new custodian arrives to join Mr. Johnson.

    Director:Jennifer Celotta
    Writer:Rebekka Pesqueira

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  12. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 12 - Picture Day
    7.7/10(615 votes)

    #12 - Picture Day

    S5:E12

    When picture day catches the teachers at Abbott by surprise, chaos ensues.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Lizzy Darrell

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  13. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 13 - Candygrams
    7.6/10(555 votes)

    #13 - Candygrams

    S5:E13

    It's Valentine's Day at Abbott, and the teachers find themselves meddling in students' love lives while navigating their own.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writers:Chad Morton, Rebekka Pesqueira

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  14. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 14 - Aide
    7.4/10(546 votes)

    #14 - Aide

    S5:E14

    Janine asks Ava for a classroom aide, and the school seeks out a new gym teacher. Meanwhile, Dominic confides in Jacob.

    Director:Richie Edelson
    Writer:Megan Carroll

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  15. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 15 - Safety Day
    7.0/10(556 votes)

    #15 - Safety Day

    S5:E15

    An antidrug campaign visits the school, and Jacob is outraged by an unfair district election.

    Director:Dime Davis
    Writer:Garrett Werner

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  16. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 16 - Campaign
    7.3/10(507 votes)

    #16 - Campaign

    S5:E16

    Jacob and Ava team up for an initiative. Meanwhile, Melissa and Janine help Mr. Johnson get ready for the Janitor's Ball.

    Director:Brittani Nichols
    Writer:Riley Dufurrena

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  17. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 17 - No Homework
    7.5/10(523 votes)

    #17 - No Homework

    S5:E17

    Ava implements a no-homework policy at Abbott, sparking debate amongst the teachers.

    Director:Jeff Gonzalez
    Writer:Justin Tan

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  18. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 18 - April Fools
    7.8/10(516 votes)

    #18 - April Fools

    S5:E18

    It’s April Fools' Day, and while the Abbott teachers suffer pranks, Gregory makes a plan to make it through the day.

    Director:Claire Scanlon
    Writer:Joya McCrory

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  19. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 19 - Trip
    7.2/10(497 votes)

    #19 - Trip

    S5:E19

    Janine and Gregory plan a vacation. Meanwhile, one of Melissa's most successful former students comes back for a visit.

    Director:Razan Ghalayini
    Writer:Ava Coleman

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  20. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 20 - Night Out
    8.1/10(551 votes)

    #20 - Night Out

    S5:E20

    Janine and Gregory have a night out. Meanwhile, Melissa, Barbara and Mr. Johnson have a movie night.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Kate Peterman

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  21. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 21 - Ava & Fest
    7.7/10(447 votes)

    #21 - Ava & Fest

    S5:E21

    It's Ava Fest, and Ava's determined to make it her biggest yet.

    Director:Patrick Schumacker
    Writer:Brittani Nichols

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  22. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 22 - Miami
    7.9/10(469 votes)

    #22 - Miami

    S5:E22

    Rumors begin to swirl when the Abbott crew is in Miami for PECSA weekend.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Brian Rubenstein

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Team Building" is the best rated episode of "Abbott Elementary" season 5. It scored 7.5/10 based on 775 votes. Directed by Randall Einhorn and written by Quinta Brunson, it aired on 10/1/2025. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Cheating".