Controlled Open Enrollment

  • The application window for the 2022-2023 school year is now closed

    The application window for the 2023-2024 school year will open on April 1, 2023. 


    What is Controlled Open Enrollment?

    Controlled Open Enrollment is a public education delivery system that allows school districts to make student school assignments using parents' indicated preferential educational choice as a significant factor. 


    What is the process for applying for Controlled Open Enrollment in Marion County Public Schools?

    Review schools listed below with available seats. If a school is not listed, it is currently over 90% enrollment and has no available seats for out-of-area or "Controlled Open Enrollment" placement. However, you can submit an application to be placed on the waitlist should the school become available for Controlled Open Enrollment.

    Select the link below for a print out of current schools available for Controlled Open Enrollment.
    2022-2023 Controlled Open Enrollment List


    To submit a School Choice application for Controlled Open Enrollment, follow the link below to the School Choice page.
    https://www.marionschools.net/schoolchoice

    Please Note: Transportation is not provided for out-of-area placements.

    Select the link below for further details on school and grade level capacity.
    MCPS 2022 - 2023 Enrollment by Grade Level

     

Elementary Schools