Question 1

What is a zoned school?

Accepted Answer

A zoned school is the school tied to your home address. Living in the zone gives your child admissions priority there, and for elementary school it is usually the default option for your family.

Question 2

What if my address has no zoned school?

Accepted Answer

Some NYC districts use school choice instead of zones, so not every address has a zoned school. In that case you rank schools on your application and priority comes from your district or borough instead.

Question 3

Does zoned mean my child is guaranteed a seat?

Accepted Answer

Zoned priority is a strong backstop, not always a guaranteed seat. In overcrowded zones some zoned applicants can be offered a nearby school instead, so confirm details with the school or MySchools.

What school is your child zoned for?

What school is your child zoned for?