2020–2021 Lottery Application
Use this site to create a separate application for each child in your family who is applying to attend a new school for next year.
2020–2021 Lottery Application
February 3, 2020
Deadline for 9-12th grade applicants
March 2, 2020
Deadline for PK3–8th grade applicants
March 27, 2020
Lottery results and waitlist positions
available in your account
If you are new to DC or are seeking a transfer for your child to attend a new public school for this school year (school year 2019-2020), please call the My School DC Hotline at (202) 888-6336, Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to learn more about schools with short waitlists and in-boundary schools.
How to Get the Best Result for Your Child
Understand the Lottery
Watch this short video to understand the application process from start to finish.
Research Schools
Learn about each school using School Finder, visit schools in person, and talk to other parents to help make the best selection.
Choose the Right Ranking
Students should rank schools in the order they like them.