Free Access
DC Parents School Guide is now completely free! Get full access to school data, comparison tools, and lottery insights to help you make the best choice for your child.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is DC Parents School Guide really free?
- Yes, completely free. No credit card, no subscription, no sign-up required. Every feature — school browsing, side-by-side comparison, drag-and-drop ranking, and lottery match rates — is available to every DC parent at no cost.
- Do I need to create an account?
- No account is required. You can browse and compare schools immediately. Your ranked list is saved to your browser so it will be there when you come back.
- What DC schools are included?
- The tool includes DCPS schools and public charter schools that participate in the MySchoolDC unified lottery, covering all wards across Washington DC.
- What is the MySchoolDC lottery?
- MySchoolDC is the unified enrollment system for Washington DC public schools and public charter schools. Families submit a ranked list of up to 12 schools and the lottery assigns seats based on priority criteria and seat availability.
- Will this tool always be free?
- Our goal is to keep DC Parents School Guide free for all DC families. The tool is supported by donations from parents who find it helpful.