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High School Magnet Admissions: Priority Tiers, Waitlists, and Appeals

August 17, 202614 min read

Learn how public high school magnet admissions lotteries work across the US. Discover how priority tiers, algorithm mechanics, waitlist movement schedules, and district transfer appeal strategies impact your student's placement.