MySchoolDC Guide
MySchoolDC is DC's official school application system. Here's how to use it effectively — alongside DC Parents School Guide for your research.
Step-by-Step: Using MySchoolDC
Create Your Account
Go to apply.myschooldc.dc.gov and create an account using your email address. You'll need to verify your DC residency. Do this early — don't wait until the deadline.
Add Your Children
Enter each child's information including date of birth, current school (if any), and grade level. Make sure birth dates are correct — this affects grade level eligibility.
Research Schools First
Before building your MySchoolDC list, use DC Parents School Guide to research schools — comparing academics, programs, match rates, and logistics across all your options.
Build Your Ranked List
Add up to 12 schools in ranked order. Put your true first choice at #1. The algorithm never penalizes you for listing a competitive school first.
Submit Before the Deadline
Submit your application before mid-February. Applications submitted after the deadline are not accepted. Submit at least a week early as a buffer.
Check Your Results
Log into MySchoolDC in late March to see your match results. You'll have about two weeks to accept or decline your offer.
What MySchoolDC Does
- ✓Official school application
- ✓Open house schedules
- ✓Match result notification
- ✓Waitlist management
- ✓Enrollment paperwork
What DC Parents School Guide Adds
- ✓School Fit Quiz — score all 242 schools by your priorities
- ✓Side-by-side school comparison
- ✓Lottery match rate data
- ✓Filter by program, ward, grade
- ✓Drag-and-drop ranked list builder
- ✓Academic proficiency data
Top DC Schools
Top-rated DC schools to add to your MySchoolDC lottery list.
School Without Walls High School
DCPSBenjamin Banneker High School
DCPSRoss Elementary School
DCPSStoddert Elementary School
DCPSDeal Middle School
DCPSJanney Elementary School
DCPSNot sure where to start?
Answer 5 quick questions about grade level, ward, programs, and logistics. We'll score all 242 DC schools and show you the best fits.
Take the School Fit Quiz →Start Your Research Now
Research schools on DC Parents School Guide, then submit your official application on MySchoolDC.
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