The 2026 Inc. 5000 list has been revealed, and several companies on the list are ones you probably know.

BusRight

BusRight debuted at No. 453 on the list for the first time. With 36-month revenue growth surpassing 900%, BusRight’s growth reflects rapid expansion and a commitment to making student transportation safer, more reliable, and more efficient.

“Debuting in the top 500 of the Inc. 5000 is an important milestone for our company and our team, demonstrating the growing demand for modern student transportation technology," said Keith Corso, co-founder and CEO of BusRight and a 2026 SBF Trailblazer. “School transportation is the nation's largest public transportation system, yet many districts still rely on outdated processes. Together with our partners in K-12 education, we're modernizing operations with solutions that improve efficiency, strengthen communication, and give families greater confidence in every ride.”

BusRight serves nearly 1 million users across 37 states and is enhancing its platform with new products and services, including BusRight Solutions and Safety Pass.

Zum

Coming in at spot No. 1,091 for 321% growth over three years is private contractor and technology provider Zum.

“Student mobility is the onramp to learning. Before students can benefit from everything that happens inside the classroom, they first have to get there safely and reliably,” said Ritu Narayan, founder and CEO of Zum. “Zum CMX was built to transform a fragmented, outdated system into one connected, real-time experience for students, families, drivers, schools, and districts. Zum’s growth reflects the demand from school districts for a fundamentally better way to deliver student mobility— ultimately expanding access to education. We are honored to be recognized by Inc. alongside companies transforming industries across America.”

Zum continues to scale nationwide, with more than 6,500 schools across 18 states relying on its Connected Mobility Experience.

It’s the third year for the company on the list; last year it made spot No. 1,586.

BusesForSale.com

Used-vehicle marketplace provider BusesForSale.com came in at No. 1,243 this year, up 281%, and ranking sixth in the industry.

“We are proud of the numbers. But we're prouder of why it happened,” the company wrote on LinkedIn. “Buying a bus used to mean a classified listing, a phone tag marathon, and a lot of unanswered questions. We built a marketplace that answers the questions, with real inventory, real buying help, financing, the paperwork handled, and delivery to the door. Thank you to every district, church, charter operator, and fleet manager who trusted us with a purchase this big. You are the reason the number moved.”

It’s the company’s first time on the list. Company CEO Isaac Linson is a 2026 SBF Trailblazer.

Drivergent Transportation

Michigan-based contractor and school bus driver hiring service provider Drivergent Transportation made the list at No. 1,426 for its 247% growth.

It also made the list in 2025 at spot No. 205.

BusPatrol

Coming in at No. 2,145 is camera provider BusPatrol, which grew by 158%.

In the 2025 list, BusPatrol made spot No. 1,122.

Beacon Mobility

One of the largest contractors, Beacon Mobility, makes the list at No. 2,825 for its 111% growth.

CEO Judith Crawford wrote this on LinkedIn about it: “As I reflect on that recognition, I don't think about rankings. I think about people. We've grown by staying true to who we are: putting people first, living our values, investing in technology like Beacon Connect, and never losing sight of the riders and communities we serve. I'm especially proud that we've shown growth and values can go hand in hand. That's a credit to the thousands of team members across Beacon who care deeply, do the right thing, collaborate, and make a difference every day. Thank you to everyone who has been part of the journey.”

It’s the company’s first time on the list.

Transfinder

Tech provider Transfinder returns to the list for the 14^th time, this year in spot No. 3648 for its 74% growth. The company closed 2025 with reported $50.15 million, its 28th consecutive year of annual revenue growth.

Transfinder President and CEO Antonio Civitella said each year the tech company works harder to innovate, improve existing solutions, and develop new products to meet the needs and expectations of its clients. The financial results take care of themselves.

“This is a team accomplishment,” Civitella said. “Our development team, our support team, our sales and marketing teams, everyone is laser-focused on serving our clients to the best of our abilities. The result is that we are a trusted partner and they keep turning to us for more solutions.”

Transfinder has also been named among the Best Places to Work, Top Workplaces, and Best Companies to Work for in New York numerous times in recent years.

First Student

First Student, the largest industry contractor, was named to the Inc. 5000 list for the second consecutive year. This year, it came in at No. 4,406 for its 45% three-year growth.

"Every great school year, and every bright future begins with a ride," said John Kenning, CEO and president of First Student. "Our mission is to provide the safest, most reliable, and most efficient ride to school, so students arrive ready to learn and achieve their full potential. Every investment we make, from developing our people to advancing AI technology through our proprietary HALO technology platform, is guided by that mission and by our values, especially our commitment to Focus on Safety and Set the Highest Standards. This recognition reflects the incredible dedication of our employees and their unwavering commitment to living those values every day as we work to modernize and transform student transportation."

First Student has approximately 66,800 employees, 530+ locations, and a network of more than 48,000 vehicles.

The company’s 2026 ranking is slightly higher compared to last year, when it ranked No. 4,584 in 2025.

The company was also named to the TIME100 Most Influential Companies 2026 list and received honors from TIME Best Inventions, Fast Company Next Big Things in Tech, and the Edison Awards for the innovation and impact of its proprietary HALO technology platform.

About the Inc. 5000

Companies on the Inc. 5000 list are ranked according to their percentage revenue growth from 2022 to 2025. To qualify, companies must be privately held, for-profit, based in the U.S., and independent as of December 31, 2025, and founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2022.

“Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision making, and a refusal to sit still,” said Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “Their growth reflects more than strong financial performance–it reflects creativity, resilience, and the customer focus required to build companies that make a lasting impact. We congratulate all honorees on this significant achievement.”

Inc. will celebrate this year’s honorees in October at the 2026 Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala in Dallas. The top 500 will be listed in the fall issue of Inc. 

View the full list of winners online.

Other Industry Recognition: STA, Zum, and Blue Bird

STA Lands on TIME Magazine List

Student Transportation of America also earned national recognition by being named to TIME Magazine’s list of “America’s Best Private Companies 2026.” This prestigious award is presented in collaboration with Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

The list awards the top 500 privately held companies across the United States based on employee satisfaction and company impact.

“This recognition highlights privately held organizations that excel not only as employers, but also through their positive impact on society. I am so proud of STA’s placement among the top 20 companies in the US. It’s a remarkable achievement—and one that belongs to every member of our team,” says Gene Kowalczewski, CEO of STA.

Zum Founder Makes EY US Entrepreneur List

In June, Zūm Founder and CEO Ritu Narayan was named an EY US Entrepreneur of the Year 2026 Bay Area Award winner. Narayan was selected among hundreds of entrepreneurs and business leaders recognized for their vision, innovation, and ability to create long-term value.

"When I started Zum, I simply wanted to solve a problem that I experienced firsthand as a parent," said Narayan. "I never imagined the scale of impact this journey would have. It is an incredible honor to be recognized alongside such inspiring entrepreneurs who are building companies that are changing industries and improving lives. This recognition belongs to the entire Zum team, whose passion and commitment make our mission possible every day."

As a Bay Area award winner, Narayan will now be considered for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 National Awards, which will be presented in November at EY's Strategic Growth Forum.

Blue Named “Coolest Thing Made in Georgia"

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce also recently named Blue Bird the winner of its second annual "Coolest Thing Made in Georgia" contest. After more than 300,000 votes in a bracket-style competition with 32 entries, the contest used nominations, public voting, and social media to determine Georgia's "coolest thing."

“The 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition has showcased the incredible innovation found across our state," Georgia Chamber Investment Manager and Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Program Lead Maggie Malcolm said. "The Blue Bird Vision Electric School Bus and TifTuf Drought Tolerant Bermudagrass represent the very best of Georgia-made products, and we congratulate both finalists on this outstanding achievement.”