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How to Qualify for DeBakey High School: Understanding the HISD Magnet Matrix Score (2026 Guide)
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August 26, 2026 9 min read

How to Qualify for DeBakey High School: Understanding the HISD Magnet Matrix Score (2026 Guide)

DeBakey High School admissions requirements hinge entirely on one number: your child's HISD Magnet Matrix score. This guide explains both matrix formulas, what STAAR and GPA scores your 7th grader needs, and how to build a 12-month prep plan that maximizes eligibility for Houston's most competitive high school magnet.

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DeBakey High School admissions requirements HISD magnet matrix score 80
7th Grade STAAR Prep for DeBakey Admissions: What Score Do You Really Need? (2026)
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July 04, 2026 9 min read

7th Grade STAAR Prep for DeBakey Admissions: What Score Do You Really Need? (2026)

Your 7th grader's spring STAAR score is their DeBakey admissions test — and most Houston families don't realize it until it's too late. This post explains exactly how STAAR math and reading scores feed into the HISD Magnet Matrix, what score your child needs to hit the 80-point eligibility threshold, and how to build a prep plan starting now.

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