The DeBakey School focuses on math, science, technology and leads students in the direction of education in health sciences especially in the upper grades. It makes a smoother transition for students if they begin in the school in grade 7 and continue through 12th, however, it is possible to enroll for 8th grade, or 9th grade. The later that a student switches into the school, the more difficult it is because of transferring of credits required for graduation. It is always possible, just sometimes more tedious.