Indianapolis Public Schools to Exit Unified Enrollment Platform, Sparking Concerns
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) announced it will discontinue its use of Enroll Indy, a unified enrollment platform shared with many city charter schools, beginning with the 2027-28 application cycle. IPS plans to transition its enrollment process to its existing PowerSchool…
Indianapolis, IN, September 14, 2026 — Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) has announced plans to withdraw from Enroll Indy, a shared unified enrollment platform, effective for the 2027-28 application cycle. The district intends to shift its enrollment operations to its existing PowerSchool system.
According to IPS officials, the move is aimed at streamlining the enrollment process for families within the district and realizing cost efficiencies. By consolidating enrollment into the PowerSchool system, the district seeks to provide a more integrated experience for its students and families.
The decision has met with opposition from leaders of city charter schools that utilize Enroll Indy, as well as from the Enroll Indy board itself. Critics express concerns that the withdrawal by IPS, a significant partner in the platform, could lead to increased confusion for parents and students navigating the school choice process.
Furthermore, concerns have been raised regarding potential conflicts with state laws governing unified enrollment management. Charter school advocates and the Enroll Indy board suggest that IPS’s departure may undermine the framework established for coordinated enrollment across participating institutions.
The timeline for this transition indicates that the current application cycle will continue to operate through Enroll Indy, with the changes fully implemented for applications submitted for the 2027-28 academic year. The specific details regarding the implementation of the enrollment process within PowerSchool, beyond the stated intention, were not immediately provided.
Enroll Indy was established to simplify the application process for families seeking admission to various public and charter schools across Indianapolis, offering a single portal for multiple school choices. IPS’s withdrawal marks a significant shift in the city’s approach to student enrollment management.
Story summarized from the original created by By MJ Slaby for Chalkbeat Indiana on mirrorindy.org, see more information here.
