JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET
478 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
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.
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.
478
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic | 362 |
| Black | 68 |
| Asian | 17 |
| Two or More | 6 |
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Hispanic362 (75.7 %)
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Black68 (14.2 %)
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White25 (5.2 %)
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Asian17 (3.6 %)
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Two or More6 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | DALLAS ISD |
| Phone: | (972)925-5920 |
| Website: | http://www.dallasisd.org/lawmagnet |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 478 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 375 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 15 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
113
Grade 10
136
Grade 11
116
Grade 12
113
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 113 |
| Grade 10 | 136 |
| Grade 11 | 116 |
| Grade 12 | 113 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 283 | 59.2% |
| Male | 195 | 40.8% |
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