School Locators: Find the Right School Near Your New Home in the DMV

Moving into a new home is exciting—but if you have school-aged children, one of the first questions you might have is:

“Which school will my child attend?”

We know how important this is for families settling into a new neighborhood. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you quickly find your in-boundary schools. Each school district in the DC metro area has its own school locator tool where you can enter your new address and see which schools are assigned.

Whether you’ve moved to Washington, DC itself, or a nearby county in Maryland or Virginia, here’s everything you need to know.

🏫 School Locator Tools by District

District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)

🔗 Use the DCPS School Locator

Enter your address to find your assigned elementary, middle, and high school.
The tool also shows feeder patterns, so you know which schools your child will move to next.
✅ Tip: DCPS updates boundaries by school year, so always check the year before planning.

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS)

🔗 Use the MCPS School Assignment Locator

Type in your address to see your elementary, middle, and high school.
If you have questions, you can call 240-740-7725 or email ASKMCPS@mcpsmd.org.
✅ Tip: Bookmark the tool—it’s often updated with the most recent school boundary changes.

Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS)

🔗 Use the PGCPS School Finder

Look up schools serving your address, from pre-K through high school.
The tool also notes specialty programs where available.
✅ Tip: If your child may need special education services, this tool links directly to the appropriate boundary schools.

Arlington Public Schools (APS)

🔗 Use the APS Boundary Locator

Quickly search by address to find assigned schools.
✅ Tip: APS occasionally updates boundaries—especially at the elementary level—so it’s worth checking each year.

Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS)

🔗 Use the ACPS School Locator

Enter your address to see elementary, middle, and high school assignments.
✅ Tip: The interactive map view is great if you’re new to the area and want to see all nearby schools.

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS)

🔗 Use the FCPS Boundary Locator

Find your assigned schools along with Advanced Academic Program (AAP) centers.✅ Tip: Check the “School Year” displayed at the top of the page—boundaries can change, and the tool updates in advance.

💡 Helpful Reminders for Families

📍 Boundaries change – Always double-check your school assignment, especially if you’re moving close to a district line.
📝 Enrollment steps – Once you know your school, reach out directly to the main office for registration paperwork and orientation schedules.
🎯 Program options – Many districts have magnet programs, language immersion schools, or transfer options worth exploring.

💬 We’re Here to Help

As your property management team, we’re not just here to hand you the keys—we want you to feel at home in every way. For families, schools are a big part of that. We hope this guide makes it easier to connect your new address with the right school district resources.

Welcome to your new home, and best of luck as your family settles into the school community!