The BEST episodes of Classroom of the Elite
Every episode of Classroom of the Elite ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Classroom of the Elite!
When Kiyotaka enters an elite government-sponsored high school, he finds out just how merit-based this education system is.
#1 - Force without wisdom falls of its own weight.
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/19/2022
Ayanokoji makes his final decision on how to deal with Ryuen and the Class C threat.
#2 - If you make a mistake and do not correct it, this is called a mistake.
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/29/2022
As the day of the Paper Shuffle draws near, the plans of the various forces in play collide.
#3 - A man who cannot command himself will always be a slave.
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/12/2022
Karuizawa, whose cooperative relationship with Ayakoji has ended abruptly, cannot hide her embarrassment at the complete loss of contact with him. As Class D discusses their plans for the future, Ryuen and the other members of Class C appear overbearing.
#4 - The worst enemy you can meet will always be yourself.
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 9/26/2022
The aftermath of the gymnasium incident plays out as Christmas brings romance to the school.
#5 - Determination of a Leader
Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/1/2026
Class 2-D continues its negotiations with Class 1-D as the state of the field becomes more clear.
#6 - Fortune Favors the Bold.
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/31/2024
Turns out the one spreading the rumors was Hashimoto, who did so at the behest of Sakayanagi. Shortly thereafter, Sakayanagi appears before Class C and she informs them she has evidence regarding the rumors about Ichinose.
#7 - Contract and Payment
Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/1/2026
Ayanokoji and Horikita's quest for a partner for Sudo brings them to a first-year with unusual demands.
#8 - Assassin From the White Room
Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/1/2026
Ayanokoji's second year begins with a new threat from the White Room and a new special test.
#9 - Love is the best teacher.
Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/27/2024
It's spring break. Shiina calls Ayanokoji to discuss books. Meanwhile, Class B's Kanzaki appears before Ryuen, who is having a secret meeting with Hashimoto. Although the class was defeated, Kanzaki faces Ryuen without hesitation.
#10 - Change Your Desires Rather Than the Order of the World.
Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/20/2024
The class narrowly lost to Class A in the final exam, and were demoted back to Class D. However, the students showed growth throughout the year. Horikita, in particular, having grown as leader requests to dissolve the alliance with Class B.
#11 - There Is Only One Rule in Love Bring Happiness to Those You Love.
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/13/2024
As Hirata recovers and the class shows unity, it's finally Ayanokoji vs. Sakayanagi. The final special exam has begun and the first round is basketball. Class C puts up a good fight, but Sakayanagi plans to mentally shake Sudo so he will fall.
#12 - The First Cause of Absurd Conclusions I Ascribe to the Want of Method.
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/6/2024
Class C considers various strategies for the special exam, but they all lack a decisive factor. Hirata remains disappointed in the class vote result. Ayanokoji calls out to Hirata, who acts coldly towards Mii-chan who is worried about him.
#13 - Extreme Justice Is Extreme Injustice.
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/28/2024
The class vote has seen the first student expelled from Class C. Sakayanagi meets up with Ayanokoji and they're approached by a man named Tsukishiro sent by Ayanokoji's father. Afterward Ayanokoji challenges Sakayanagi to compete on their next exam.
#14 - Those Who Cannot Remember the Past Are Condemned to Repeat It.
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/21/2024
After conversing with her brother Manabu, Horikita offers Yamauchi name as the one who should be expelled. Not only has he made few contributions to the class, but he also worked with Sakayanagi in Class A to expel Ayanokoji.
#15 - People Will Do Anything, No Matter How Absurd, in Order to Avoid Facing Their Own Souls.
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/14/2024
With the approaching class vote, a disturbing atmosphere hangs over Class C and fills them with suspicion. Second-year Class A's Asahina informs Ayanokoji that Ichinose has asked for cooperation from student council president Nagumo.
#16 - It Is Better to Receive an Injury Than to Inflict One.
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/7/2024
Everyone in Class C has passed their year-end exam. While relief flows through the classroom, Chabashira announces a special exam. It will be a class vote to choose three people worthy of praise and three worthy of censure.
#17 - For a Desired Future
Season 4 - Episode 16 - Aired 6/24/2026
While Amasawa delays Horikita, Ayanokoji arrives at the I2 area where a climactic showdown awaits.
#19 - The Twenty-Million Man
Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/8/2026
Ayanokoji's class reacts to his newly revealed skill as the stage is set for the next special test.
#20 - A Tumultuous Scramble
Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/15/2026
Students maneuver to find partner groups for the upcoming survival test.
#21 - Plotting
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/22/2026
The first-years arrange a super team for the upcoming test, but bad blood runs deep between Utomiya and Hosen.
#22 - The Subject of the Dragons' Gaze
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/29/2026
With the test approaching, Ayanokoji attracts attention from third-years and Ryuen.
#23 - A Disquieting Beginning
Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/6/2026
The deserted island special test finally begins.
#24 - Love Uncommunicated
Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/13/2026
The special test begins in earnest as Ayanokoji takes the state of the game and aids a struggling teammate.
#25 - Connection
Season 4 - Episode 11 - Aired 5/20/2026
After hearing the watch alarm, Ayanokoji and the others discover the first students to withdraw.