Want to get into Oakland Tech - tips?

Hi, asking the community for tips for getting into Oakland Tech. Our assigned high school would be Skyline.

My son is currently a 7th grader at OSA, but we are considering switching to Oakland Tech.

I know you can list the school as your first choice on your enrollment application, but can anyone in the community provide tips for getting in? Is it a pure lottery, or do they look at grades, test scores, and recommendations of individual students? 

Tips and stories of your experience would be appreciated. I have heard you may need to appeal.

Since not everyone gets in - are there any tips?

Thanks for your help!