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Application/Lottery Status
2026-2027 Lottery – OPEN
(Lottery Closes: Jan 31, 2026)
(Lottery Date: Feb 2, 2026)
2025-2026 Applications – OPEN
2026-2027 Registration
Current Students – NOW OPEN
New Students – Not Open Yet
Need Help? Start Here.
To reduce delays and ensure faster support, please follow this order:
1. Check the Enrollment FAQs first – most common questions are answered there (login issues, missing emails, registration errors, etc.).
2. If you still need help, submit a Registration Support Request using our guided form:
3. If you are unable to resolve your issue after completing the steps above, contact the school for additional assistance.
High Point Academy Enrollment & Re-Enrollment
A Top Tuition-Free K–12 Public Charter School in Spartanburg, SC
Welcome to High Point Academy (HPA), one of Spartanburg’s leading K–12 public charter schools, dedicated to helping every child grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Whether you’re a new family searching for the best school for your child in Spartanburg or a returning family preparing for annual re-enrollment, this page explains what to expect, key dates, and how to complete each step successfully.
Why Do Parents Love High Point Academy?
Find the Right Path for Your Family
— I’m New to High Point Academy
- Applications are completed online
- One application per child is required (including siblings)
- Once submitted, applications are reviewed by our enrollment team
- Submitting early does not change odds (random selection based on available seats)
Thank you for your interest in High Point Academy — we look forward to meeting your family.
— I’m a Returning HPA Family
All current students must re-enroll every year to keep their seat for the upcoming school year.
High Point Academy gives priority enrollment to:
- Currently enrolled students
- Siblings of currently enrolled students
- Children or legal dependents of HPA employees and Board members
If a student has previously withdrawn from HPA, they may reapply but will not retain priority status. Students with excessive absences or tardies may lose their seat and may be asked not to reapply. There is no appeal process for lottery-based admission decisions.
Why Families Choose High Point Academy
Families searching for high-quality schools in Spartanburg County or public charter school options in South Carolina will find HPA proudly serves students in Kindergarten through 12th grade.
- Tuition-free public charter education
- Small class sizes and individualized support
- Strong academics, arts, and athletics
- Focus on character, leadership, and respect
- Conveniently located for families in Spartanburg, Duncan, Greer & surrounding areas
Key Dates for 2026–2027 Enrollment
Dates are updated annually — always check this page for the current cycle.
Lottery Application Window: December 1, 2025 – January 31, 2026
Lottery Drawing Date: February 2, 2026
Returning Student Re-Enrollment: Completed before the February 2 lottery so seats can be confirmed.
Applications submitted by January 31 are included in the February 2 lottery.
Applications submitted after January 31 are processed after the February 2 lottery and handled based on seat availability and submission order.
What Parents Need for K–12 School Registration
— Required for All Students
- Parent or guardian photo ID
- Proof of residency (utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement)
- Birth certificate (unless already on file and unchanged)
- Immunization records
- Prior school transcripts (if applicable)
— Additional Items for New Students
- Completed online application
- Custody or guardianship documentation (if applicable)
- Optional: IEP or 504 documentation
New Student Enrollment Process
Step 1 — Submit Your Online Application (Lottery Window)
Apply between December 1 and January 31 to be included in the lottery (if one is required for your grade).
Step 2 — Lottery Placement (February 2, 2026)
- If applicants exceed available seats, a randomized lottery determines seat offers and waitlist order by grade
- Submitting earlier does not improve lottery odds
- If seats exceed applicants, all applicants may be offered a seat
Step 3 — Accept Your Seat Offer (Required)
Families offered a seat receive an email sent to Contact Priority #1.
You must click “Accept” in the email to claim the seat.
Please check spam or junk folders.
- Families have 72 hours to accept
- Failure to respond may result in forfeiting the seat
Step 4 — Complete Registration in PowerSchool Enrollment
After accepting the seat, families receive a link to complete registration in PowerSchool Enrollment (not the Parent Portal).
You will upload documents and complete required forms to finalize enrollment.
Step 5 — Waitlist & Late Applications (After January 31)
- Late applications are not included in the lottery
- If a waitlist exists, applicants are added in the order received
- If seats are available, offers may be made in submission order
— Important Notice
When you click Apply Now or begin registration, you will be redirected to PowerSchool Enrollment, our secure third-party enrollment platform used by many South Carolina school districts.
Returning Student Re-Enrollment Process
Step 1 — Watch for Your Re-Enrollment Link
Sent directly to your email when re-enrollment opens.
Step 2 — Confirm Your Intent to Return
This step reserves your child’s seat for the upcoming school year.
Step 3 — Update Required Documents
Proof of residency must be verified annually.
Step 4 — Complete Re-Enrollment in PowerSchool Enrollment
Submit all required forms to finalize re-enrollment.
Step 5 — Waitlist & Late Applications (After January 31)
- Late applications are not included in the lottery
- If a waitlist exists, applicants are added in the order received
- If seats are available, offers may be made in submission order
Frequently Asked Questions
Is High Point Academy tuition-free?
Yes. HPA is a tuition-free public charter school.
Who can apply?
Any South Carolina student entering Kindergarten–12th grade.
Do returning students have to re-enroll each year?
Yes. Annual re-enrollment is required.
How does the charter school lottery work?
A randomized lottery is used when applications exceed available seats. Results are emailed.
Does HPA serve Spartanburg County?
Yes — including Spartanburg, Duncan, Greer, and surrounding communities.
Need Help? Start Here.
— We’re here to support your family and make enrollment as smooth as possible.
To reduce delays and ensure faster support, please follow this order:
1. Visit the Enrollment FAQs — most common issues are answered there.
2. Submit a Registration Support Request using our guided form:
3. Contact the school directly only if your issue cannot be resolved after completing the steps above.
