Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Academica currently ranks #1268 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1254, first reached on Oct 12, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 2K+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- The latest release, v2.1.3, shipped on Feb 17, 2026 (243 days ago) — release #14 since the theme joined the directory in 2013.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | #1268 |
| 2026-09-30 | #1282 |
| 2026-08-31 | #1309 |
| 2026-07-31 | #1289 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | 2,000 |
| 2026-09-30 | 2,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 2,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 2,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-23 | 13 |
| 2026-08-31 | 7 |
| 2026-07-31 | 7 |
| 2026-06-30 | 10 |
| 2026-05-31 | 2 |
| 2026-04-30 | 5 |
| 2026-03-31 | 12 |
| 2026-02-28 | 8 |
| 2026-01-31 | 3 |
| 2025-12-31 | 11 |
| 2025-11-30 | 25 |
| 2025-10-31 | 5 |
| 2025-09-30 | 15 |
| 2025-08-31 | 15 |
| 2025-07-31 | 33 |
| 2025-06-30 | 6 |
| 2025-05-31 | 6 |
| 2025-04-30 | 2 |
| 2025-03-30 | 3 |
| 2025-02-28 | 4 |
| 2025-01-31 | 5 |
| 2024-12-31 | 3 |
| 2024-11-30 | 6 |
| 2024-10-31 | 4 |
| 2024-09-30 | 8 |
| 2024-08-31 | 4 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | WPZOOM |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.1.3 |
| Versions released | 14 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-17 |
| Added to directory | 2013-03-31 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Academica is a lightweight, accessible, and privacy-friendly WordPress theme designed for schools, universities, and educational institutions. With a clean three-column layout and modern design, it’s perfect for presenting academic programs, events, and news. The theme is fully customizable, GDPR-compliant, and optimized for fast performance. It uses system fonts only (no Google Fonts) for better privacy and speed. Looking for more features? Upgrade to Academica PRO 3.0 to unlock advanced customization options, Elementor integration, additional layouts, and premium support - ideal for creating a professional education website - https://www.wpzoom.com/themes/academica-pro-3/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Academica?
WordPress.org reports 2K+ active installs.
How popular is Academica?
As of October 18, 2026, Academica ranks #1268 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1254.
When was Academica last updated?
Academica was last updated on February 17, 2026 (version 2.1.3). It has shipped 14 releases in total.
Who makes Academica?
Academica is developed by WPZOOM. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in March 2013.
