Back to School Jokes for Kids and Teachers: 100+ Funny Jokes

Back to school is the perfect time for a few silly laughs. These clean back to school jokes are fun for kids, teachers, classrooms, lunch boxes, morning announcements, and the first day of school.

You will also find printable back to school joke cards near the bottom of the post. Print them, cut them apart, and slip them into a lunch box, backpack, folder, or desk for a sweet school day surprise.

Back to School Jokes title with cute school characters including a pencil, ruler, math book, snake, and dog at a desk — Start the school year with a smile! These clean back to school jokes are fun for kids, teachers, lunch boxes, and the first day of school.

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Funny Back to School Jokes for Kids

Why did the student eat his homework?
Because the teacher said it was a piece of cake.
What animal should never get straight A’s in school?
A cheetah!
Why was the computer late for school?
It had a hard drive.
What kind of candy do you find at school?
Nerds and Smarties.
Why did the student bring a ladder to school?
Because he wanted to go to high school.
Why did the student cross the playground?
To get to the other slide.
Why was the student’s report card wet?
It was below C level.
Why didn’t the teddy bear eat his school lunch?
He was already stuffed.
Why did the Skittles go to school?
Because they wanted to be Smarties.
Why did the student study on the airplane?
He wanted a higher education.
Why did the echo get detention on the first day of school?
It kept answering back.
Why did the new student sit on the clock?
Because he wanted to be on time.
What kind of school do surfers go to?
Boarding school.
What kind of school does the ice cream man go to?
Sundae school.
Why did the student bring a blanket to school?
Because he wanted to catch up on his rest in class.
What did the student say after the first day of school?
I learned I have to go back tomorrow!

Teacher Jokes

These teacher jokes are clean, classroom-friendly, and easy to share on the first day of school, during morning meeting, or anytime your students need a quick laugh.

What’s a teacher’s favorite nation?
Expla-nation.
Which teachers have the greenest thumbs?
The kinder-garden teachers.
Why did the teacher write on the window?
Because she wanted the lesson to be clear.
Where does a math teacher eat dinner?
At the multiplication table.
What is a math teacher’s favorite dessert?
Pi.
Why are music teachers so good at baseball?
They have perfect pitch.
Why was the teacher late to school?
She followed the sign that said, “School Ahead. Go Slow!”
Why did the teacher love the pencil?
Because it had a good point.
Why did the teacher bring a map to class?
Because she wanted her students to find their way.
Why did the teacher bring string to school?
To tie up loose ends.
Why did the teacher turn off the lights?
Because she already had a bright class.
What do you call a teacher who is also funny?
A class act.
Why did the science teacher love the new school year?
There was so much chemistry in the classroom.
What did the teacher say to the sleepy class?
Wake up and smell the pencils.
Why did the teacher bring extra pencils on the first day?
Because she wanted everyone to get the point.
What do teachers and calendars have in common?
They both have a lot of dates to remember.

School Bus Jokes

These school bus jokes are fun for the ride to school, the ride home, or a quick laugh before the bell rings.

What did the buffalo say when he dropped his kid off at school?
Bison.
Why was the school bus always on time?
It knew where to stop.
What did the school bus say to the stop sign?
See you tomorrow!
Why did the student sit at the front of the bus?
She wanted to get to school first.
Why did the school bus bring a map?
It wanted to stay on the right route.
What is a school bus’s favorite type of music?
Anything with a good drive.
Why did the backpack love the school bus?
It got carried away.
What did the school bus say on the first day of school?
Let’s roll!
Why do school buses make good friends?
They always pick you up.
What do you call a school bus full of jokes?
A laugh route.

Classroom Jokes

What is the smartest insect in the classroom?
A spelling bee.
Why did the student bring a dictionary to gym class?
He heard they were playing spelling bees.
What do you call a sleeping dinosaur in class?
A dino-snore.
Why can you never trust an atom?
Because they make up everything.
Why can you never tell a joke in science class?
Because all the good ones argon.
What do librarians take with them when they go fishing?
Bookworms.
Why does the history book look so tired?
Because it has so many dates.
What do you call a fish without eyes?
A fsh.
Why did the student put on extra socks before a test?
In case he got a hole in one.
Why did the student draw a picture of a dollar bill?
Because money does not grow on trees, but drawings do.

Homework Jokes

Homework might not be everyone’s favorite part of school, but these homework jokes make it a little more fun.

Why did the dog eat the homework?
Because he wanted to help chew it over.
What did the homework say to the student?
Stop avoiding me!
What do you call homework that does itself?
A miracle.
Why did the math homework look tired?
It had too many problems.
Why did the homework hide in the backpack?
It did not want to be turned in.
What did the pencil say to the homework?
Let’s get to the point.
Why did the student do homework on the roof?
He wanted to go to high school.
Why was the homework so neat?
It stayed between the lines.
What is the hardest part of homework?
Getting started.
Why did the student finish homework early?
So he could have more time to forget where he put it.

Recess and Playground Jokes

These recess jokes are perfect for playground laughs, classroom breaks, or the last few minutes before lunch.

What is a swing set’s favorite season?
Spring.
Why was the slide so popular?
Everyone wanted to go down in history.
What did the jump rope say to the student?
Skip it!
Why did the basketball go to school?
To get a little bounce in its step.
Why did the playground get an award?
It was outstanding in its field.
Why do kids run so fast at recess?
Because the bell is always chasing them.
What did the tetherball say to the pole?
You really keep me grounded.
Why did the student bring a pencil to recess?
To draw a crowd.
What is the best part of recess?
No homework.
Why did the soccer ball do well at school?
It always reached its goals.

Lunch Box Jokes

These lunch box jokes are quick, clean, and easy to tuck into a note for a school day surprise.

What is an astronaut’s favorite part of school lunch?
Launch.
Why did the student stare at the orange juice?
Because the carton said concentrate.
Why did the banana go to school?
Because it wanted to be in the top bunch.
What did the lunch box say to the backpack?
Thanks for carrying me.
What is the most popular day in the cafeteria?
Chewsday.
Why did the student bring a clock to lunch?
She wanted to eat every second.
Why did the apple go to school?
Because it wanted to be a little brighter.
What did the sandwich say to the thermos?
You keep things cool.
Why did the milk carton study hard?
It wanted to be well-rounded.
Why did the cookie go to school?
To become one smart cookie.

School Supply Jokes

Pencils, erasers, backpacks, rulers, and crayons deserve their own joke category. These are especially fun for younger kids.

What did the calculator say to the student?
You can count on me.
Why did the glue stick like school?
It stuck with it.
Why did the marker get noticed?
It made a bold point.
Why did the crayon go to school?
To get a little color in its life.
Why did the notebook go to school?
It wanted to be noted.
What did one notebook say to the other?
I think we are on the same page.
Why did the stapler get a gold star?
It really held things together.
Why did the backpack feel tired on the first day?
It had a heavy load.
Why did the pencil go to the principal’s office?
It was acting a little sketchy.
Why did the eraser feel helpful?
It liked fixing mistakes.

Cute ruler joke image with the text Why did the ruler get invited to every class It always measured up — Print these back to school joke cards and tuck them into lunch boxes, backpacks, folders, or desks for a fun school day surprise.

Back to School Puns and One-Liners

These back to school puns and one-liners are short, silly, and perfect for lunch notes, classroom boards, captions, or joke-of-the-day fun.

What do elves learn in school?
The elf-abet.
Why did the sun go to school?
To get a little brighter.
Why did the bicycle fall asleep in class?
It was two-tired.
Why did the music note get detention?
It kept trying to skip class.
What does a book do when it gets cold?
It puts on a jacket.
Why did the pencil do well on the test?
It was sharp.
Why did the ruler get invited to every class?
It always measured up.
Why did the clock in school always run fast?
It wanted to get ahead.

Printable Back to School Joke Cards

These 12 back to school jokes are included on the printable joke cards. They are easy to print, cut apart, and tuck into a lunch box, backpack, folder, pencil box, or desk for a fun little school day surprise.

What is a snake’s favorite subject?
Hiss-tory.
Why did the dog do so well in school?
Because he was the teacher’s pet.
What did one pencil say to the other on the first day of school?
Looking sharp!
What does your computer do for lunch?
Has a byte!
Why was the cafeteria clock behind on the first day?
It kept going back four seconds.
Why do math books always look so sad?
They are full of problems.
Why was the teacher wearing sunglasses to school?
She had bright students!
What’s the king of all school supplies?
The ruler.
What makes a Cyclops such a good teacher?
He has only one pupil.
What’s the difference between a teacher and a train?
The teacher says, “Spit out that gum!” and a train says, “Chew! Chew!”
Why does a music teacher need a ladder?
To reach the high notes.
What did the paper say to the pencil?
You’ve got a really good point.

These printable back to school joke cards are a cute way to add a little laughter to the day. Use them as lunch box notes, backpack surprises, classroom handouts, first day of school treats, or a fun way to help kids feel excited about the new school year.

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