School Enrollment: Indianapolis Unifies Application Process for 10 Districts

Enroll Indy has consolidated the public school application process in Indianapolis into a single, free digital platform. The organization serves as a centralized hub where residents can search for and apply to multiple participating public schools without completing separate forms for each institution.

Parents can now submit one application that ranks up to ten different schools. The system then matches the student with one placement based on the family's listed preferences and the available spots in those schools. This method replaces the previous requirement for families to manage multiple distinct application cycles.

The platform allows users to filter school options by specific criteria. Parents can input their home address, the child's current grade level, and particular academic interests. They can also indicate the need for smaller classroom settings or additional student support services. Carla Velazquez, the senior enrollment specialist for the group, stated that many families are unaware of these specific program options.

Velazquez noted that the system helps families identify variables that matter for their child's education. She said, 'We want to empower families and provide them with the tools and information so they can navigate and know what’s out there.' The organization provides a team of specialists available by phone to answer questions and assist with the application process.

Services are provided in English and Spanish, with translation support available for other languages. The current enrollment window for the 2027-28 school year opened on Nov. 5. Applications must be submitted by Dec. 18. Families can complete the process online using a computer or a smartphone, or they can contact the office directly for help.

The centralized system aims to reduce barriers to accessing different educational opportunities across the city. Velazquez emphasized that families do not have to handle the decision-making process alone. She said, 'We know how hard it is to make a decision when picking a school. It’s a very important decision. They’re not alone in this.'

Additional information and the application portal are available at enrollindy.org. Families can also reach the organization by calling 317-426-3234.