Random Name & Group Picker

A simple but powerful classroom management tool for teachers. Paste your class roster to randomly select a student for a question or create balanced, random groups for activities. Your roster is automatically saved in your browser for quick access next time.

Class Roster

Paste your list of names, one per line. The list will be saved in your browser.

0 student(s) in roster.

Pick a Random Student

Create Random Groups

Generated Groups

Groups will appear here once generated.

Fair & Unbiased

Quickly select a student for an answer or task with a truly random pick. No more calling on the same students!

Instant Groups

Instantly create random groups for projects or activities. Specify the number of groups or students per group.

Easy To Use

Just paste your class roster into the text field and click a button. Your roster is saved locally for next time.

Works Anywhere

This is a browser-based tool, meaning no software to install. It works on any modern device.

Privacy Guaranteed

Your class roster is saved in your browser's local storage and is never sent to a server.

Completely Free

An essential classroom management tool, available for free without any registrations or limitations.

Streamline Your Classroom Management

Fair and Engaging Participation

Calling on students can be tricky. With the "Pick Random Student" feature, you can ensure that every student has an equal opportunity to participate over time. It removes unconscious bias and keeps students on their toes, leading to a more engaged and dynamic classroom environment.

Effortless Group Creation

Creating balanced groups for projects or activities can be time-consuming. Our group creation tool does the work for you. Simply choose whether you want a specific number of groups or a certain number of students per group, and the tool will instantly generate randomized, balanced teams. It's perfect for think-pair-share, group projects, and collaborative learning.

How It Works

  1. Paste Your Roster: Copy your list of student names (one per line) and paste it into the text area. Your roster will be saved automatically in your browser.
  2. Pick a Student: Click the "Pick Random Student" button to see a name pop up. The tool will keep track of who has been picked.
  3. Create Groups: Select your grouping strategy, enter the number, and click "Create Groups" to see your randomly assigned teams.