HISD School Lottery Process Quiz

What factors are considered in the HISD school lottery process?

• Only the student's random lottery number

• The student's previous academic performance

• The applicant's ranked list, random lottery number, and eligibility requirements

• The number of seats available at each school

Which group is given the highest priority when there are more applicants than available seats?

• Out-of-district applicants who do not currently attend an HISD school

• Siblings of current students applying to an entry-level grade

• All students who live in the district

• Any out-of-district applicants who currently attend an HISD school

What happens if a family does not accept the offered seat within the given timeframe?

• The student is removed from the waitlist

• The seat is automatically declined on their behalf

• The family is given an extension to decide

• The seat is automatically accepted on their behalf

During Phase Two of the school choice process, what can families do?

• Submit additional eligibility documents

• Request a new random lottery number

• Change their ranked list of school choices

• Apply to programs with space available and add themselves to waitlists

How long do families have to respond to a seat offer during Phase Two?

• Five days

• Two weeks

• Ten days

• One month