Magnet Programs & Schools

North East ISD proudly provides the community with a wide variety of choices in public education, especially through its magnet schools and programs. These offer a variety of teaching approaches that help customize a student's educational program.

Magnet Application

Deadlines and Information
Students and parents interested in a magnet program in either middle or high school must submit an application of intent. Students must meet minimum requirements to be considered for enrollment. These requirements vary by magnet program. Each magnet has an application on their website. If there are more qualified students than seats available in the program, the program director may select students by lottery.
- February 7, 2022- Application Deadline to be considered for the lottery (Students may apply to each program anytime but may be placed on a waiting list if they apply after this date.)
- February 8-11, 2022 - Lottery will be held by the magnet program
- Notifications will be sent, via email, to parents/students on February 25, 2022.
NESA Application Deadlines
The last round of auditions will be held for acceptance in the 2022-23 school year:
- May 14, 2022 (applications due April 29, 2022)

Apply to a Magnet Today!

Each magnet has an application on their website. If there are more qualified students than seats available in the program, the program director may select students by lottery.

Virtual Open House

Join us for a virtual session to learn more about specific magnet programs. Click "LEARN MORE" below to access the schedule and links.

Open House

Join us for an in-person event on campus to learn more about specific magnet programs. Click "LEARN MORE" below to access the schedule and school addresses.