Beck Counseling - School Choice

Students in Greenville County who would like to attend a high school other than their zoned school may apply for School Choice. The application must be filled out by a parent/guardian at the school they are wanting to apply to. The application window is open for 2 weeks, from November 21-December 6.

Step 1: Returning Students - No action necessary unless changing schools.

Step 2: Choice Lottery Window - From November 10-25, 2025, parents/guardians go to their first choice school to complete a choice form for up to three schools (this form is not available online).

Step 3: Lottery Results Posted - No later than Wednesday, February 11, 2026, lottery results reflecting the numerical order of applicants will be posted on the GCS website.

Order of Lottery Assignments (Based on space availability)

Students with siblings who will return to the requested school on Change in Assignment Choice for the upcoming school year have first priority of assignment to their #1 choice school if space is available.
Students from overcrowded schools may be given the next priority. Decisions made annually.
All other students residing within the school system and children of full-time District employees have the next priority.
Students residing outside the school system

Step 4: Change in Assignment Choice Notification - By Tuesday, March 31, 2026 notification letters will be mailed to parents/guardians advising if the student received a slot at a requested school.

Step 5: Waiting Lists Established

Questions should be directed to Student Assignment Office at 355-7266 or 355-7263 or email Planning@greenville.k12.sc.us.

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