Apply- High Schools
Acero high schools are committed to both academic preparation and graduate success. We do so through a dynamic high school environment deeply entrenched in fostering a college-going culture.
9th Grade
Acero Schools participates in GoCPS administered by Chicago Public Schools (CPS) for 9th-grade enrollment. You may learn more about GoCPS by visiting go.cps.edu for additional details regarding applying. Visit go.cps.edu for the latest information.
Grades 10-12
Applications for grades 10-12 are included in our annual enrollment lottery. Please see below for additional information.
Please feel free to contact our high school enrollment staff directly for more information about enrollment or transfers:
| Acero Campus | Enrollment Staff Member | Cell Phone Number |
| Cruz 9-12, Garcia, Soto | Jessica Munoz | (312) 282-5231 |
You may also visit any Acero high school for assistance with completing the application process. Please call ahead to your preferred school to set up an application appointment. Click here for a directory of school addresses and phone numbers.
Make sure to sign up for our email list for the most up-to-date enrollment information!
How do I apply for my freshman year?
Students apply for high school through the GoCPS process. The details of this process can be found on the GoCPS website.
Please find a detailed application guide for GoCPS below.
How do I apply for my sophomore, junior or senior year?
Click the link below to begin your online application for the 2025-26 school year.
Acero Schools 2025-26 Application
* Please make sure you are selecting the correct school year: 2025-26
Note: Please click on the link at the top of the page to change the application language to Spanish.
If you prefer to submit a paper application, please download it below, print and submit to your nearest Acero school. Fill out the application in blue or black ink.
Use the links below to download a printable, plain-text version of the application for visually impaired users.
Plain Text ENGLISH Application
Plain Text ESPANOL Application
| Acero Campus | Enrollment Staff Member | Cell Phone Number |
| Cruz, Garcia, Soto | Jessica Munoz | (312) 282-5231 |
What are the requirements to attend an Acero high school?
Applicants must reside in the City of Chicago. If a student is found to be admitted using a false address, this could result in disenrollment.
How does the GoCPS process work? (9th Grade)
CPS has provided a resource page to provide more information on the GoCPS process.
How does the lottery work? (Grades 10-12)
Online applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. and paper applications marked received by 3 p.m. on Feb. 28, 2025, to be included in the lottery.
All applications received after the deadline will be placed into open seats or waitlist positions on a first-come, first-served basis through the start of the 2025-26 school year.
Families who applied before the lottery deadline will receive detailed communications via email, text and US mail concerning the status of their application and next steps regarding registration and/or their waitlist status beginning the week of March 24, 2025.
Applicants are given priority, if applicable, in the following order: if they have siblings enrolled at the school, were previously enrolled at an Acero school, or meet neighborhood boundary requirements if applicable.
When will I find out the results of my application at an Acero high school?
For 9th Grade
GoCPS Round 1 results are typically released in January. Check go.cps.edu for further updates.
For Grades 10-12
If a seat becomes available and your child is next on the waitlist, you will receive a phone call, text or email requesting that you accept or decline the seat within 48 hours. Applicants who fail to accept or decline within 48 hours will be moved to the end of the waitlist.
My student was offered a seat at an Acero high school school. What do I do next?
For 10-12th Grade Lottery Applicants
Offers from the 2025-26 school year lottery must be accepted by the date provided at the time of the offer.
Can I schedule a tour to visit a high school I’m interested in?
Where can I find out more information about Acero’s high schools?
For more information about Cruz, Garcia and Soto, we encourage you to explore their school websites, Facebook pages, and informational Youtube videos using the links below.
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Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz K-12 School |
_(312) 455-5440
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Mjr. Hector P. García M.D. High School |
_(773) 579-3480
I have more questions about the GoCPS or transfer process.
If you have any further questions, contact the Office of Access and Enrollment at 773-553-2060 (press “3” when prompted) from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, or email [email protected].
I have more questions about Acero high schools.
Please reach out to the high school you are interested in directly. For any additional questions, you may reach Acero Schools Central office at (312) 637-3900 or our designated enrollment staff:
| Acero Campus | Enrollment Staff Member | Cell Phone Number |
| Cruz 9-12, Garcia, Soto | Jessica Munoz | 312.282.5231 |