Project Background
Blue Raster partnered with Plano Independent School District (ISD), a large public school district located in the fast-growing Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, to build an interactive, web-based application designed to simplify one of the most important steps in a student’s educational journey: finding their school. Serving more than 48,000 students across over 70 campuses, Plano ISD needed a scalable, user-friendly tool to help families quickly and confidently identify their assigned schools and access key district resources.
The Plano ISD Find My School App enables families across the district to quickly identify which schools serve their address—from early childhood centers to senior high schools—along with access to special academic programs, magnet options, and key district facilities. With just an address search, users can discover detailed school information including grade levels, hours, and contact information.
Smart, Accessible Design
Built with user experience as the top priority, the application combines clean design with powerful mapping tools. A streamlined interface allows users to:
- Search by home address
- View color-coded school boundaries by grade level
- Explore academic and enrichment program availability
- Discover district assets such as stadiums, enrollment centers, and early learning hubs

Since its launch, the tool has averaged over 200 views per day, with more than 15,000 total views — demonstrating its value as a go-to resource for families navigating school enrollment. The intuitive experience helps families make informed decisions and better understand the school choices available to them.
Built with ArcGIS Experience Builder
The Find My School App was developed using Esri’s ArcGIS Experience Builder, allowing for the rapid creation of both desktop and mobile-friendly versions to support families on any device. Leveraging Esri’s built-in toolsets, the Blue Raster team was able to quickly deploy the application in time for Plano ISD’s March enrollment period — ensuring timely access to school information.
This flexible, web-first platform empowers the district to easily maintain and update the app as school boundaries, facilities, and program offerings evolve over time.
A Tool for Engagement and Equity
By removing barriers to information and providing a centralized resource for school assignment, the app supports Plano ISD’s goals of community engagement, equitable access, and student success. It ensures all families — whether new to the district or planning future enrollment — have the tools they need to get started confidently.
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