Discover school options that bet fit your child.

With hundreds of options across the 901, MSCS has a place for everyone!

Whether you’re looking for a school with a specialized learning focus and competitive entry requirements, an innovative setting to meet your child’s unique learning needs, or a beloved community school in your neighborhood, Memphis-Shelby County Schools has the most choices for students and families. Search for any MSCS school by grade level or program.

Important Dates

2025-26 OPTIONAL SCHOOLS APPLICATION FACTS

  • 45 competitive, theme-based Optional schools with programs including STEM, International Baccalaureate (IB) and more.
  • All Optional schools have entrance requirements.
  • PRIORITY WINDOW: The application process begins at 10 a.m. on January 28, 2025. Applications received by 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 31, 2025, are processed first.
  • Applications processed in the order received (within priority categories) unless applications exceed spaces; applications digitally stamped with date/time
  • In schools where applications exceed spaces, 80 percent of spaces are filled on a first-come, first-served basis by MSCS-zoned students (subject to sibling & proximity preference).
  • After January 31, applications are processed in the order received (within priority categories). Find requirements and info for all Optional programs at scsk12.org/optional.
  • HAVE QUESTIONS? Call (901) 416-5338.

2025-26 GENERAL CHOICE APPLICATION FACTS

  • Available for all MSCS schools with open enrollment space
  • All applications processed in the order they are received
  • PRIORITY WINDOW: Applications received by 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 23, 2025, are processed first.
  • Applications processed in the order received unless applications exceed spaces; applications digitally stamped with date/time.
  • Students on an existing General Choice transfer do not have to reapply.
  • HAVE QUESTIONS? Email [email protected]
  • General Choice transfers include Ready Grad CCTE Programs, which allow high school students to earn college credits and career certifications. Get more info at www.scsk12.org/ccte.
  • Middle College High School, Hollis F. Price Middle College High School, and Medical District High School have entrance requirements, and parents must upload additional documents as a part of the General Choice application. Please have these documents ready at the time of application, so there are no delays with your submission.
  • Apply online anytime, anywhere using any device with Internet access.
  • Must have a valid email address to apply. Parents will receive an email confirming the date/time the application was submitted.
  • Parents of current MSCS students should apply using their PowerSchool ID, which is the same as the student’s lunch number. Non-MSCS students are encouraged to use a Social Security Number. Families with SSN concerns should contact the Enrollment & Attendance Office at 901-416-2989.
  • Students may apply for two General Choice options and/or two Optional schools.
  • No computer or internet? Visit a local public library or any location with free WiFi.

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160 S. Hollywood St.
Memphis, TN 38112
(901) 416-5300

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