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Jones STEM Focused Magnet School


Northside ISD's first middle school magnet school

Program Details


  • Advanced academics with specialized math, science, and elective courses
  • Enhanced opportunities to earn high school credits in STEM electives starting in 7th grade
  • Access to Fine Arts, Athletics, and other electives at Jones MS
  • Automatic acceptance to John Jay Science & Engineering Academy
  • Smaller class sizes
  • Innovative and engaging learning experiences
  • Leadership opportunities

Application Timeline


  • November 17, 2025: Online application opens
  • January 23, 2026: Deadline to submit applications
  • February 2, 2026:  Acceptance/waitlist letters emailed
  • February 9, 2026: Deadline for families to accept/decline

Open Houses


  • January  6, 2026
  • January 12, 2026

Magnet Fairs


  • December 1, 2025: Northside Sports Gym
  • December 8, 2025: Northside Activity Center
     

About Us


  • Limited spots available
  • Acceptance by application only
  • All NISD 5th graders are eligible to apply
  • Zone transportation provided for qualifying students
  • Uniform dress policy

Enrichment Opportunities


  • Robotics Club
  • Chess Club
  • STEM Sisters
  • Space Club

Honors & Distinctions

With a focus on excellence, our campus has earned recognitions for its commitment to high standards in education. These awards reflect our ongoing dedication to supporting student growth and achievement.

Tax Rate Notice
This year's levy to fund maintenance and operations expenditures exceeds last year's maintenance and operations tax levy.
Northside Independent School District ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR'S TAX RATE.
THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 1.05 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $30.00.