Eligibility Requirements

Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology (RMSST) is a public high school (9th - 12th grades) designed for students who are curious about the scientific world, love to solve problems, seek a challenging academic environment, and can work independently, as well as in a group setting.

Eighth grade students must meet eligibility requirements to submit an application. Enrollment is based on a multi-criteria selection process.

To be considered for possible enrollment into the Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology, students must meet eligibility requirements by answering "yes" to all 3 of the following questions:

1:     Are you currently enrolled in 8th grade?
2:     Are you a resident of Rockdale County?
3:     Answer yes to 1 or more of the following:       
        *  Did you score 60+ on the 7th grade ITBS in Math   
        *  Did you score 60+ on the 7th grade ITBS in Reading   
        *  Did you score 550+ on the ELA Milestone   
        *  Did you score 550+ on the Math Milestone   
        *  Are you currently enrolled in High School Physical Science   
        *  Are you currently enrolled in Algebra: Concepts and Connections
(all non-RCPS applicants must be enrolled in a high school Carnegie credit math and/or science course)

Students who are currently enrolled in a Rockdale County middle school (Conyers Middle, Davis Middle, Edwards Middle, or Memorial Middle), AND who were found to meet the eligibility requirements listed above, were mailed a letter inviting them to apply to Rockdale Magnet School for Science & Technology.  These letters were mailed Friday, September 15, 2023.
If you feel your RCPS enrolled student meets the eligibility requirements and you have not received a letter, please email the Admissions Secretary at [email protected] for assistance.