Criteria Schools | Registration, Application, Testing

Buffalo Public Schools Registration, Application,  & Testing Information  for 2026-2027 School YEar

2026-2027 Application Process

Applying to select BPS Criteria Bases Schools require admissions testing, gifted screening, or auditions for the upcoming school year. Families must complete the appropriate application during the designated window and submit all required materials to the Central Registration Office. Current BPS elementary students will be tested during the school day at their home school unless a parent/guardian submits written notice to opt out, while students not currently enrolled in BPS must register for and attend testing at the designated location.

Choice Elementary | Grades 3Y-8

Application Window- September 29, 2025 - December 5, 2025

2026-2027 Elementary Paper Application

Choice High School |Grades 9-12

Application Window-September 29, 2025 - December 5, 2025

2026-2027 High School Paper Application

*Frederick Law Olmsted #156 for Grades 5-12/City Honors #195 for Grades 5-9 The Application Window has ended.

Application Deadline

Friday, December 5, 2025

  • Final day for BPS students to submit applications

  • Last day for non-BPS students to apply online

  • Non-BPS students may continue to apply in person after this date.

Important Dates, Flyers, and Information

2026-2027 Admissions Testing Reference Sheets

Student Testing Letter to Parents/Caregivers

Open House Information