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The Worst Episodes of Abbott Elementary

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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 Worst Episode
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    Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 7 - Goofgirl
    7.3/10(284 votes)

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

    #2 - 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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  3. Abbott Elementary Season 4 Episode 13 - The Science Fair
    7.4/10(664 votes)

    #3 - The Science Fair

    S4:E13

    While supervising the kids making their science fair projects, the teachers' competitive sides come out.

    Director:Tyler James Williams
    Writer:Brian Rubenstein

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  4. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 1 - Team Building
    7.4/10(460 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. Abbott Elementary Season 1 Episode 4 - New Tech
    7.5/10(1606 votes)

    #5 - New Tech

    S1:E4

    When a new computer program is introduced at Abbott, Janine is excited to finally help Barbara with something. Barbara is reluctant to accept change and finds herself in a tricky situation. Melissa surprises Jacob.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Brian Rubenstein

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  6. Abbott Elementary Season 1 Episode 7 - Art Teacher
    7.5/10(1450 votes)

    #6 - Art Teacher

    S1:E7

    When the school’s art teacher retires, Janine is thrilled when the replacement ends up being her best friend from college, but things quickly turn sour when Sahar gets in the way of Melissa’s class traditions. Meanwhile, Jacob and Barbara bond over their love for gardening and decide to start a school garden; but when it turns out they don’t know how to successfully grow anything, Gregory secretly gets involved to fix all of their mistakes

    Director:Jennifer Celotta
    Writer:Kate Peterman

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  7. Abbott Elementary Season 2 Episode 3 - Story Samurai
    7.5/10(1210 votes)

    #7 - Story Samurai

    S2:E3

    A traveling storytelling troupe Jacob used to be in visits Abbott Elementary for a day of education and entertainment. Jacob can’t wait to share this part of his past with his colleagues; but when he realizes they think the performers are corny, Janine does her best to help him embrace his nerdy side. Meanwhile, Melissa struggles with the new normal of her combined second and third grade class.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Jordan Temple

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  8. Abbott Elementary Season 2 Episode 5 - Juice
    7.5/10(1181 votes)

    #8 - Juice

    S2:E5

    Janine is thrilled to help introduce a new beverage to the cafeteria, but it ends up causing unexpected consequences for the students, teachers and school plumbing system. Elsewhere, Melissa clashes with her new aide, Ashley, who brings more disruption than help to the classroom.

    Director:Jay Karas
    Writer:Ava Coleman

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  9. Abbott Elementary Season 2 Episode 17 - Mural Arts
    7.5/10(996 votes)

    #9 - Mural Arts

    S2:E17

    Jacob secures a visit from a mural arts program for his students but doesn’t agree with their chosen design and attempts to influence their decision. Barbara and Melissa learn parents are petitioning to turn Abbott into a Legendary charter school.

    Director:Geeta Malik
    Writer:Joya McCrory

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  10. Abbott Elementary Season 4 Episode 10 - Testing
    7.5/10(696 votes)

    #10 - Testing

    S4:E10

    Janine must rethink her lesson plans after her class performs poorly on a practice test, while Jacob struggles to engage a disinterested student. The district sends a new custodian to train under Mr. Johnson.

    Director:Randall Keenan Winston
    Writer:Morgan Murphy

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  11. Abbott Elementary Season 4 Episode 16 - Books
    7.5/10(644 votes)

    #11 - Books

    S4:E16

    A debate over a controversial book leads Ava to remove it from the library, but some parents push for its return.

    Director:Dime Davis
    Writer:Jordan Temple

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  12. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 6 - No Phones
    7.5/10(352 votes)

    #12 - 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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  13. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 8 - Birthday
    7.5/10(257 votes)

    #13 - 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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  14. Abbott Elementary Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.6/10(2297 votes)

    #14 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    When the staff relates their needs, Principal Ava presents alternative options.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Quinta Brunson

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  15. Abbott Elementary Season 1 Episode 2 - Light Bulb
    7.6/10(1907 votes)

    #15 - Light Bulb

    S1:E2

    Janine takes it upon herself to fix every problem when she notices a flicking light bulb in the hallway. Gregory asks Barbara for help talking to a parent, which leads him to spend his lunch period in an unexpected way.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Quinta Brunson

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  16. Abbott Elementary Season 2 Episode 15 - Fire
    7.6/10(1042 votes)

    #16 - Fire

    S2:E15

    Barbara’s candle accidentally starts a small fire in the teacher’s lounge and a counselor suggests that she might not be handling the aftermath well. Meanwhile, Melissa rekindles her childhood dream of being a firefighter.

    Director:Jennifer Celotta
    Writer:Ava Coleman

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  17. Abbott Elementary Season 3 Episode 3 - Gregory's Garden Goofballs
    7.6/10(938 votes)

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

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

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

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

    #21 - 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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  22. Abbott Elementary Season 4 Episode 6 - The Deli
    7.6/10(730 votes)

    #22 - The Deli

    S4:E6

    When the neighborhood deli is forced to close to make room for a trendy smoothie place, Melissa, Barbara and Jacob team up to fight the gentrification. Meanwhile, the district asks Ava to give a presentation to fellow principals.

    Director:Patrick Schumacker
    Writer:Kate Peterman

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  23. Abbott Elementary Season 4 Episode 19 - Music Class
    7.6/10(595 votes)

    #23 - Music Class

    S4:E19

    Barbara and Gregory are in over their heads when they find themselves in new roles at Abbott Elementary.

    Director:Britanni Nichols
    Writer:Kate Peterman

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  24. Abbott Elementary Season 4 Episode 20 - Ava Fest: Tokyo Drift
    7.6/10(585 votes)

    #24 - Ava Fest: Tokyo Drift

    S4:E20

    The Abbott teachers turn their open house into a car wash to help raise money for the school.

    Director:Randall Einhorn
    Writer:Justin Tan

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  25. Abbott Elementary Season 5 Episode 5 - Camping
    7.6/10(400 votes)

    #25 - Camping

    S5:E5

    Barbara organizes a Halloween camping trip for older kids.

    Director:Matt Pexa
    Writer:Kate Peterman

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Goofgirl" is the worst rated episode of "Abbott Elementary". It scored 7.3/10 based on 284 votes. Directed by Justin Tan and written by Justin Tan, it aired on 12/3/2025. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Alex".