Lottery Selection for Enrollment
Welcome to the Westside Enrollment Lottery
At Westside Atlanta Charter School, we are committed to providing an excellent educational experience for students from Kindergarten through 8th grade. As a free public charter school, we embrace a fair and transparent lottery system for student selection, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants.
Understanding the Lottery Process
- Eligibility: Our lottery is open to all students residing within the Atlanta Public Schools (APS) zone. There are no academic prerequisites for enrollment.
- Lottery Dates: The lottery will open on January 5th, 2026 and close on February 27th, 2026. Lottery results will be available on March 9th, 2026.
- How to Apply: Interested families must register their children via the Atlanta Public Schools lottery website.
Lottery and Enrollment Steps
- Check Your Zone: Verify your eligibility by confirming that you reside within the APS zone. Check Your Zone.
- Register for the Lottery: Complete the registration process on the APS lottery website before the deadline.
- Lottery Draw: The lottery draw is conducted impartially. Families will be notified of the results.
- Acceptance and Enrollment: If selected, complete the necessary enrollment steps by the given deadline.
- Waiting List: Unselected applicants will be placed on a waiting list. Join Waiting List.
Key Information
- Transparency: The lottery is conducted openly and fairly, ensuring a transparent selection process.
- Notification: Families will be informed promptly of the lottery results and subsequent steps.
- Support: Our admissions team is available to assist families through the enrollment process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries related to the lottery process, eligibility criteria, and enrollment steps will be posted here. For specific questions, contact our admissions team below.
Contact Us for Assistance
Should you have any questions or require assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our admissions office. We are here to help you navigate the enrollment process smoothly.