Some HISD secondary programs use a matrix to qualify students. The matrix uses two formulas to determine if a student is qualified to apply to these programs.

• Formula 1 - Uses the student’s previous year STAAR scores combined with   end-of-year grades, or core average, to calculate a combined matrix   score.
• Formula 2 - Uses the most recent end-of-year grades ONLY to calculate a core average matrix score.

Only the highest matrix score will be used for your child's application.

If your student does qualify, they’ll be entered into a lottery that determines who will be offered a seat in the secondary program.

Please reference the documents on this page to determine if your chosen program requires matrix qualification. If you have any questions, please contact us.