Nope, we applied for a slot in first grade and were denied. I think it is probably easier for upper grade levels.

Was anyone successful with getting approved for a transfer this year?

I think the reason is less important for this transfer process as opposed to the babysitting/bullying transfer requests. But call the registrar at the school where you would like to transfer to double-check.

OP here
We aren't applying. I just got the robo call about it so I thought I would pass on the information.

I noticed on this year's form there is no space to say why you are transferring. Its just the form. If you are transferring, are you attaching an additional statement? We went through the transfer process last year and I'd like to hear how it will go for many this year if you don't mind sharing.

If you are intersted in applying for a transfer outside you feeder area, the deadline is Friday.
http://www1.pgcps.org/studentrecordsandtransfers/index.aspx?id=172878