non resident enrollment

If you're a non-resident seeking to enroll your child in Henderson County Schools (HCS) for the 2025-2026 academic year, applications will be accepted from April 1st through April 30th, 2025.

Key Points to Consider:

  • Application Period: The application window opens on April 1, 2025. ​Henderson County Schools

  • Priority: Children of district employees receive first priority.​

  • Capacity Constraints: If your chosen school or grade level is at capacity, you'll be notified and provided with alternative schools that have availability.​

  • Submission Timing: When all factors are equal, the date and time of application submission will determine acceptance.​

  • Annual Application: This application is valid for the 2025-2026 school year only; families must reapply each year.​

  • Transportation: HCS does not provide transportation for non-resident students; parents or guardians must arrange transportation.​

  • Athletics Eligibility: Per KRS 156.070(2)(h), students transferring to a non-resident district may be ineligible for interscholastic athletics for one calendar year from the transfer date. For specific questions, contact the Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA).​

  • Residency Requirement: Students must reside in Kentucky with their legal guardian; this application process does not apply to out-of-state applicants.​

  • Notification: Parents will be informed after May 3, 2025, regarding their child's acceptance status for the 2025-2026 school year.

Click here for the online application