School Selection for 2026 – 2027 School Year Starts Today

The Rochester City School District’s School Selection process for the 2026 – 2027 school year opens today, Monday, December 8. This applies to families with students entering Kindergarten, 7th, or 9th grade, including PreK 4 students currently attending an RCSD program or receiving Special Education support. Families can apply to attend a school in their zone in addition to several citywide offerings. The application process is fully online at www.rcsdk12.org/schoolselection. 

The School Selection Process can be broken down into three simple steps:

1. Learn about school options: School profiles on the District website highlight the many unique school offerings.  The online digital magazine is an additional resource featuring the District’s exciting middle and high school offerings.

2. Rank School Selections: Families are encouraged to talk with their children and rank each school based on their interests and each school’s unique features.

3. Identify School Zone and Apply: Families can begin an online application and enter their home address to find out what zone they live in and what schools are available for their child to attend.  The School Selection application deadline is Friday, February 13, 2026.

Families who need support with the online process can e-mail studentregistration@rcsdk12.org or call the Office of Student Registration at 585-262-8241. Student registration specialists are available to discuss school options and answer questions. Families can also visit the Office of Student Registration at 131 West Broad Street, Floor 1, which is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 – 3:30 p.m.

The District is offering special Saturday hours at Central Office (131 West Broad Street) on January 10 and February 7 from 11:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. to help support families with the registration process.

For more information on the School Selection process, please visit www.rcsdk12.org/schoolselection.