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School Choice

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The Sacramento City Unified School District allows all students residing within its boundaries to enroll in district schools or programs other than their home school, subject to availability.

Open Enrollment

The Open Enrollment process begins in February 2026. Please check back soon for details on how to apply.

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High School Specialty Programs

The High School Specialty Program (HSSP) application is now closed. It was be open from November 3–21, 2025 for applications for the 2026-2027 school year.

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Learn more about HSSP

Participating programs by grade level

Learn How to Apply

Sac City Unified uses SchoolMint for all school choice and district permit applications.

SchoolMint makes it easy to apply online from anywhere, track your application status, and receive updates in real time.
Learn how to navigate the system and submit your student's application with ease.

Sign Up for a SchoolMint Parent/Guardian Account

Sac City Unified strongly encourages parents and guardians to sign up for email or email and text message notifications to ensure you receive all important updates about your student’s application and potential offer.

 

Need Help?

Visit the Enrollment Center for Assistance

Hours of Operation

Hours of Operation

The Enrollment Center is open Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (closed on holidays), to support families with enrollment.

Location:
5601 47th Avenue (next to the Serna Center)
Sacramento, CA 95824

Phone: (916) 643-2400
Fax: (916) 433-5403

Technical Assistance

Technical Assistance

The Enrollment Center offers computers and scanners for families to complete and submit applications, with staff available to assist.

Please bring all required documents with you to be scanned and uploaded to your application. 

Language Support

Language Support

The district’s Matriculation & Orientation Center (MOC) offers interpretation services in the following languages to help families complete the application process.

  • Spanish
  • Hmong
  • Cantonese
  • Mandarin
  • Vietnamese
  • Russian
  • Pashto
  • Dari/Farsi