Magnet Schools of America (MSA) has revised its membership structure to better reflect the diversity, size, and scope of its members. The shift from being based on the number of magnet schools to total student enrollment allows for a more equitable and inclusive system that supports all school districts—large and small.
MSA uses the total student enrollment as reported by your school district. This includes any student population that the district actively supports and maintains communication and services with, even if they are not directly enrolled in a physical school building (e.g., virtual learners, shared services, or alternative programs). Districts self-report this number based on their operational scope and student engagement.
MSA requests that your district includes all PK-12 students, as that data is submitted to National Center Education Services (NCES).
This change ensures that MSA’s membership dues are:
By aligning membership with student enrollment rather than the number of magnet schools, MSA can support a broader range of districts and amplify its advocacy for magnet and theme-based education nationwide.
