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Welcome to the PPS Enrollment and Registration Hub—your one-stop destination for joining our vibrant learning community. Whether you’re new to the district or transitioning between schools, we’ve made the enrollment process simple, transparent, and accessible.Enrollment at the Portland Public Schools is currently open for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years.

Enrollment Registration Timeline

2025-2026 School Year (Current year): Grades Kindergarten through 12 are currently open.
2026-2027 School Year: Grades Kindergarten through 12 are currently open.

The Pre-K Lottery for the 2026-27 has now closed. If you are interested in the program, please apply to the Pre-K waitlist. Visit the Pre-K information page for more details.

Ready to get started? The first step is completing our Online Registration. Before you begin, please review our neighborhood schools list and required documents so you have everything you need. Once you're ready, the Online Registration will allow you to submit your child’s information electronically—saving time and reducing paperwork.

Find your school assignment

Locate your neighborhood school with our street directory:
Locate Your Neighborhood School

Gather the required documents to enroll

Review the list of supporting documents required to complete your student’s registration:
Required Enrollment Documents

Request a school that is not in your neighborhood or school district

Learn more about how request an "out of neighborhood" placement or a Superintendent's Waiver
School Waiver Requests