While school attendance zones are based on each student’s home address, District 7 also offers families the option of applying to attend a different school within the district through our School Choice (in-district) and Out-of-District Tuition Student programs. The annual application period for incoming kindergarten students (5K) is July 15–31, 2025. Applications are only accepted during this application window. The order of application submission does not impact a student's chance of acceptance.
Please review the full guidelines for our School Choice and Out-of-District Tuition process before applying.
How to Apply for Kindergarten School Choice/Out-of-District Tuition for 2025-2026
Rising 5K Applicants:
Parents should be notified of their application status by August 7.
No School Choice or Out-of-District Tuition applications for 5K will be taken or considered outside the July application window.
While we cannot guarantee every request will be fulfilled, every application will be considered according to the selection criteria.
Schools Open for 5K Applications for the 2025-2026 School Year:
Cleveland Academy of Leadership
Jesse Boyd Elementary
Mary H. Wright Elementary
Pine Street Elementary