WILLIAM HAWLEY ATWELL LAW ACADEMY

WILLIAM HAWLEY ATWELL LAW ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 819 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 65 teachers, WILLIAM HAWLEY ATWELL LAW ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

WILLIAM HAWLEY ATWELL LAW ACADEMY, located in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas, is a specialized magnet school within the Dallas Independent School District. As a law-themed academy, the school distinguishes itself by integrating legal studies and pre-law curriculum into its core academic framework. This unique focus is designed to introduce students to the principles of justice, public policy, and constitutional law early in their education, preparing them for advanced studies and potential careers in the legal and criminal justice fields.

Beyond its academic specialty, the school is committed to fostering a supportive and rigorous environment that emphasizes critical thinking, civic responsibility, and leadership skills. By providing students with hands-on learning experiences—often involving mock trials, guest speakers from the legal community, and specialized elective courses—Atwell Law Academy aims to equip its student body with the foundational knowledge and advocacy skills necessary to succeed in a college-preparatory track. It serves as a vital educational option for families in the DISD community looking for a focused, theme-based middle school experience.

For more information, contact WILLIAM HAWLEY ATWELL LAW ACADEMY at (972) 794-6400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.