Tennessee Public Magnet Schools
Magnet schools are public schools, but they focus on individually themed curricula. They are free public schools that allow kids to narrow in on a specific learning track, such as S.T.E.M. program or the performing arts. A magnet school dives deep into a particular subject and teaches all other subjects through the perspective of their targeted track.
Typical magnet schools:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
- Fine and Performing Arts
- International Baccalaureate, International Studies
- Career and Technical Education (CTE)
- World Languages (immersion and non-immersion)
Similar to a charter school, they are open to all students and students can be chosen based on a lottery system. Unlike a charter school, they cannot be run by a for-profit entity and they must adhere to state standards.
Find a Magnet School
Public magnet schools are permitted in all 50 states. To find magnet schools, check your local school district website or the TDOE School Directory. You can narrow your searches by selecting “Active” in the Status field and “Magnet” in the Area of Concentration field.
Below you can find the key differences between charter and magnet schools.
