JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET

JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET is a Title I public high school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 403 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET, located in the historic Oak Cliff area of Dallas, is a specialized choice-school within the Dallas Independent School District. Designed specifically for students with a strong interest in legal studies, criminal justice, and government, the magnet program provides a rigorous academic environment that integrates a traditional high school curriculum with a pre-law professional track. By offering specialized electives and hands-on legal training, the school aims to prepare students for success in undergraduate studies and future careers within the legal, political, and public service sectors.

The school is well-regarded for its unique educational approach, which often includes partnerships with the local legal community, mock trial competitions, and mentorship opportunities with attorneys and judges. This immersive experience allows students to gain a practical understanding of courtroom procedures and constitutional law before they even graduate high school. With its focused mission and competitive academic standards, JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET serves as an ideal institution for motivated students seeking a head start in legal advocacy and civic leadership.

For more information, contact JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET at (972) 925-5920 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1201 E EIGHTH ST
DALLAS, TX 75203-2545
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JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET is a public Title I school in DALLAS, TX with about 403 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
DALLAS ISD
Total Students:
403
Teachers:
24.29
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 403 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 73% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
72.7%
Black or African American
17.9%
White
5.7%
Two or more races
1.5%
Asian
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%

Female
68.5%
Male
31.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.