Enrollment FAQs

Enrollment Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

General Enrollment Information

How do I enroll my child in a Los Angeles Unified school?

Every child that lives within Los Angeles Unified boundaries can enroll in their assigned neighborhood school at any time. You can look up your home address in our Resident School Identifier. Families may also contact any school and request assistance locating their assigned neighborhood school.

One Enrollment Online Portal
The One Enrollment portal lets you enroll online for new TK–12th grade students, including those joining the Virtual Academy or City of Angels, for the current school year and enroll for the following school year, beginning in mid-March.

Paper Enrollment
Paper enrollment packets and additional enrollment support is available at each school. Please contact the school for more information.

What documentation is required to enroll?

To enroll, you must provide the following documents. If you are missing any document (EXCEPT the immunization record), contact the school immediately to complete an Affidavit and finalize the enrollment.

Proof of Residence
Please submit one of the following documents:

Utility service contract, statement or payment receipts (Gas, Water, or Electricity)
Property taxes, rental or lease agreement, current rental receipt with address of property on receipt
Current pay stubs
Official government mail (CalWORKS, Social Security, Medi-Cal)
Voter registration
Correspondence from a government agency

Proof of Age of Minor
Please submit one of the following documents:

Birth certificate
Statement by the local registrar or county recorder certifying the date of birth
Baptismal certificate

Parent/Guardian/ Educational Rights Holder/ Caregiver ("parent") Identification
Please submit the following documents:

Government issued identification (e.g., driver’s license, state identification card, military ID)

Proof of Immunization

Immunization record signed by physician or immunization release

See the California Department of Public Health website for a list of vaccinations. The LAUSD School-Based Health Centers and Services are available free of charge to eligible students who do not have health insurance or access to a regular doctor.

Additional documents if available/applicable:

Transcripts or recent grade reports
Copy of most recent Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or Section 504 Plan
Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) 1399 Form or minute order
Department of Probation placement information and/or Juvenile Court minute order
Court orders regarding legal custody, physical custody, or restricted contact with the school or child

How do I find my child’s assigned neighborhood school?

Los Angeles Unified assigns students to schools based on home address. To find out which schools correspond to your address, please visit the Resident School Identifier and enter your address in the search field. The system will indicate which schools correspond to the address.

Families may also walk into the nearest school office and request assistance locating your assigned neighborhood school.

How do I enroll if my assigned neighborhood school is in a Zone of Choice?

Zones of Choice are geographic areas with multiple school options. These schools offer exciting programs in the arts, business, science, humanities, social justice, and more. Any student residing in a Zone of Choice can apply and rank the schools based on preference. Eligibility is based on home address and the school's enrollment capacity. Applications are available at your assigned neighborhood school or the Zones of Choice website. To determine if you live in a Zone of Choice area, check the Resident School Identifier.

What if my assigned neighborhood school is an Independent Charter School?

Age & Grade Eligibility

What educational opportunities are available for my preschool age child?

What is the age requirement for TK/Kindergarten and when can I start enrolling?

Transitional Kindergarten (TK)/Kindergarten students can begin enrolling in mid-March. Families should contact the school to pick-up an enrollment packet or visit One Enrollment portal to enroll.

To enroll in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) a child will have their 4th birthday on/by September 1 of the school year.
To enroll in Kindergarten, a child must have their 5th birthday prior to September 1st of the school year.

I am 18 years old, can I remain/enroll in high school?

Students aged 18 years who have been continuously enrolled in high school and are making satisfactory progress (as determined by Los Angeles Unified) may continue to enroll for another academic year. Please contact the school for additional support.
Students who are English Learners (EL) and are making satisfactory progress may continue attending comprehensive high school until requirements are met or through the age of 21.
Students who are eligible for Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) may attend school until the age of 22, or until they earn a high school diploma. This applies to students, birth through 21 years of age, enrolled in or eligible for a program prior to their 19th birthday who have not yet graduated with a high school diploma.
Students who are in foster care or experiencing homelessness have the right to immediate enrollment in school. Each school’s designated Homeless or Foster Liaison is available to assist families with enrollment, resources, and educational services.

If additional support is needed:

For students experiencing homelessness, contact the Homeless Education Office at:

Phone: 213-202-7581
Email: [email protected]

For students in foster care, contact Student Support Programs at:

Phone: 213-241-3552
Email: [email protected]

Students 18 and older who do not meet the criteria above should visit the Division of Adult and Career Education to learn about our excellent, tuition-free programs to earn a high school diploma, or equivalent, or take a course to prepare for a career.

What educational opportunities are available for adults?

The Division of Adult and Career Education (DACE) provides access to high quality pre- and post-secondary education and training opportunities in local communities throughout Los Angeles Unified. DACE is a both a national and state leader in adult education, serving over 68,000 students annually in programs such as English as a second language, academic and high school studies, and career and technical education.

Applying to Other Los Angeles Unified Schools

Can my child attend a different Los Angeles Unified school other than their assigned neighborhood school?

New and continuing students can also apply to one of our many school choice programs. Los Angeles Unified provides opportunities to apply for schools through one of these options. Only after you apply, are selected, and accept admission to one of these programs can you proceed to enrollment. You can apply to attend the following programs:

Choices Programs: Apply for CHOICES programs beginning in October, annually.
Open Enrollment: Apply for Open Enrollment beginning near the end of April, annually.
Learning at Home: Apply for the six Virtual Academies or City of Angels Independent Studies program.
Intra-district Permits: Contact your assigned neighborhood school to learn more about an Intra-District Permit (LAUSD school to LAUSD school).

What are CHOICES programs and how do I apply?

Los Angeles Unified offers several programs at schools throughout the district that parents can apply to with our CHOICES application. The programs you can apply to through CHOICES includes:

Magnet Programs
Multilingual Multicultural Programs (including Dual Language Education)
Schools for Advanced Studies, Single-Gender Academies, and Individual Honors Programs
Early/Middle Colleges
Affiliated Charter Schools
Permits With Transportation

To learn more about CHOICES programs, participating schools, and the application process and timelines, please visit our website Apply.lausd.net.

What is Open Enrollment and how can I apply?

Open Enrollment allows students residing anywhere within Los Angeles Unified to apply to any grade-appropriate TK-12 school with available open enrollment seats. The on-time application period begins in mid-April and ends in mid-May and Open Enrollment placements will be available in early June. For more information and a list of participating schools, please visit the District’s Open Enrollment website. Families can apply online at Apply.lausd.net once the application window opens or request a paper application from any participating school office or Los Angeles Unified office.

What are my child’s options to learn at home?

Sometimes, families seek a more flexible schedule due to their child’s needs, and in some instances, families prefer for their child to learn at home for a variety of reasons. LAUSD offers two options to assist families with teacher-led instruction for their children who need to learn from home.

Virtual Academies: Students in grades TK-12 can apply to participate in daily live instruction via online video platforms and complete assignments independently in one of six themed academies. Please visit the LAUSD Virtual Academy website for more information.
City of Angels Independent Study: Students in grades TK-12 can enroll in this flexible, individualized program that requires a minimum of one-hour long weekly meetings in person with a teacher and assigns a minimum of 30 hours per week standards-based work to be completed independently. Please visit the City of Angels Independent Studies website for more information.

To enroll or request a transfer to Virtual Academy or City of Angels Independent Studies online, visit the One Enrollment portal.

How can I apply for an incoming Intra-district permit (LAUSD school to an LAUSD school)?

Apply to a Los Angeles Unified School from Another District

How can I apply for an incoming Inter-district permit (District to District)?

Los Angeles Unified welcomes students from other districts! Students who live outside Los Angeles Unified boundaries can apply to attend our schools. Inter-district permits require release from the district of residence and acceptance by the Los Angeles Unified school of interest. Incoming Inter-District permits are accepted all year long.

Students who live outside Los Angeles Unified may also apply for the following Choices programs:

Affiliated Charters (Inter-district permit not required)
Multilingual Multicultural Education Programs (Inter-district Permit required)
Early/Middle Colleges (Inter-district Permit required)

For further details, please visit the LAUSD Permits Office website.