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Best Calculator for Back to School

Shop back to school calculators for students, school supplies, scientific math, graphing, college and homework.

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Last Updated
2026-07-01
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Best Calculator for Back to School | As-Mart

Find back to school calculators for elementary, middle school, high school, college and classroom use.

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Buying Notes

Practical advice, key features, and important points to consider before buying.

Back to School Calculator Guide

A calculator is one of the most important school supplies for math, science and exam preparation. Students should choose a calculator based on grade level, teacher requirements and subject needs.

Buying Tips

  • Elementary school: Choose a simple basic calculator.
  • Middle school: Consider a fraction or scientific calculator.
  • High school: Scientific calculators are useful for algebra and science.
  • College: Choose scientific, graphing or financial based on the course.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about this product category.

Choose based on grade level and subject requirements. Scientific calculators are best for many students.

Yes, but checking the class supply list first helps avoid buying the wrong calculator.

Comparison Table

Image Model ASIN Brand Price Off Reviews Action
Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE Color Graphing Calculator, Mint Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE Color Graphing Calculator, Mint
4.8 (3957)
B01NAZGQEA Texas Instruments $149.99
— 		— 3957
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Texas Instruments TI-30XS MultiView Scientific Calculator Texas Instruments TI-30XS MultiView Scientific Calculator
4.8 (39565)
B000PDFQ6K Texas Instruments $16.99
$20 		-15% 39565
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Casio fx-CG100 ClassWiz Color Graphing Calculator with 3D Graph & Python | Large High-Res Display, Basic & Advanced Functions | Ideal for Exams, STEM, Programming & Advanced Casio fx-CG100 ClassWiz Color Graphing Calculator with 3D Graph & Python | Large High-Res Display, Basic & Advanced Functions | Ideal for Exams, STEM, Programming & Advanced
4.8 (71)
B0FF5Y75DW Casio $122.09
$139.99 		-13% 71
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Texas Instruments TI-36X Pro Engineering / Scientific Calculator | 9.7 Inch | Black Texas Instruments TI-36X Pro Engineering / Scientific Calculator | 9.7 Inch | Black
4.8 (22821)
B004NBZB2Y Texas Instruments $21.48
$25 		-14% 22821
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TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator, Rose Curve Gold TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator, Rose Curve Gold
4.8 (4491)
B07FK8SQDQ Texas Instruments $127.99
$150 		-15% 4491
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Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator, Blue Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator, Blue
4.8 (50459)
B008HYSAF8 Texas Instruments $14.24
$17 		-16% 50459
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Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator, Raspberry Small Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator, Raspberry Small
4.8 (50458)
B007HIQSEA Texas Instruments $14.99
— 		— 50458
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Casio fx-300ES Plus 2nd Edition - Standard Scientific Calculator | 262 Functions, Natural Textbook Display | Ideal for Middle School, High School Math, Statistics & Algebra | Blue Casio fx-300ES Plus 2nd Edition - Standard Scientific Calculator | 262 Functions, Natural Textbook Display | Ideal for Middle School, High School Math, Statistics & Algebra | Blue
4.7 (14806)
B08XZRFM6 Casio $14.99
$15.99 		-6% 14806
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CATIGA Mechanical Switch Calculator with Solar and Battery Dual Power, 12-Digit Large LCD Display, Aesthetic and Cute Desktop Calculator with Big Button, for Home, School and Office Use, SD-1299 CATIGA Mechanical Switch Calculator with Solar and Battery Dual Power, 12-Digit Large LCD Display, Aesthetic and Cute Desktop Calculator with Big Button, for Home, School and Office Use, SD-1299
4.7 (13832)
B0DNJJ5WHP CATIGA $14.99
— 		— 13832
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Casio fx-9750GIII Graphing Calculator | Natural Textbook Display | Python Programming | Ideal for Exams, STEM & Advanced Math | Black Casio fx-9750GIII Graphing Calculator | Natural Textbook Display | Python Programming | Ideal for Exams, STEM & Advanced Math | Black
4.7 (3576)
B086Z7Q7G7 Casio $66.68
$79.99 		-17% 3576
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Casio fx-991ES Plus 2 Scientific Calculator with 417 Functions and Display, Natural Casio fx-991ES Plus 2 Scientific Calculator with 417 Functions and Display, Natural
4.7 (3192)
B082LGR56M Casio $32.99
— 		— 3192
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Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator - Teacher Kit (10 pack) Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator - Teacher Kit (10 pack)
4.7 (1897)
B0017TF1E8 Texas Instruments $148
— 		— 1897
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