School Choice Transfers

Overview

The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) School Choice Transfer Request period for the 2027–2028 school year is approaching. During this period, parents of current or incoming students who wish to attend a PYLUSD school other than their designated school of residence for the 2027–2028 school year are encouraged to submit a School Choice Transfer Request.

School Choice Transfer Priority Window for the 2027-2028 School Year
Students in Transitional Kindergarten Through 12th Grade in 2027-28

TBD (Priority Window)
Grades first through twelfth request notifications will take place on or before TBD. TK and Kinder request notifications will take place on or before TBD.

School Choice Transfer Applications Submitted After the Priority Window for the 2027-2028 School Year

Applications received after the TBD, priority deadline will be considered on a rolling basis and are dependent upon space and availability at the requested school.

TBD

Applicants who submit a transfer request after the priority deadline will be notified of their status by the last day of each month, as space becomes available.

TBD
Applicants will continue to be considered and notified if space becomes available at their requested school.

All transfer approvals are contingent upon enrollment capacity and available space at the requested school site.

School Choice Application

To submit a School Choice application for incoming TK - 12th grade students, use the links below:

In-person assistance with completing a School Choice request is available at the PYLUSD Student Services Office, located at 1301 E. Orangethorpe Avenue, Placentia, CA 92870.

If you live outside the PYLUSD boundaries and are requesting an inter-district transfer to continue attending PYLUSD, you must apply for a transfer release from your district of residence. If available, please attach your inter-district transfer release to the online application.

If you have any questions regarding this process, please contact the Office of Student Services at (714) 985-8670.

Gifted And Talented Education (GATE) School Choice Information

Current GATE-identified students attending GATE Magnet Schools do not need to request a School Choice Transfer. Students awaiting notification of GATE eligibility must adhere to all GATE policies regarding magnet school placement when notified by the GATE Office. Visit www.pylusd.org/gate/ or contact the GATE Coordinator for further information at (714) 985-8650.

Questions?

Have questions about School Choice Transfer Requests? Call the Student Services Department at (714) 985-8670.