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Dallas Independent School District

Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet School

#4 in Best Magnet High Schools in Dallas-Fort Worth Area
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 9-12
  • Dallas, TX
  • 164 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      A-
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A-
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    Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet School is a highly rated, public, magnet school located in Dallas, TX. It has 381 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 90% of students are at least proficient in math and 95% in reading.
    Address
    1201 E Eighth St
    Dallas, TX 75203
    Telephone
    (972) 925-5920
    Website
    dallasisd.org
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    Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    95%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    90%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1120
    154 responses
    Average ACT
    24
    39 responses
    AP Enrollment
    96%
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    Living in the Area
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      A-
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      C-
    Area Feel
    Dense Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $34,213
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $744
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $58,443
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    89%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.18 responses
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.18 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 53 responses
    Report
    • Our continuious trips to the courthouse.
      25%
    • Our Criminal Justice Conference.
      19%
    • The Annual Holiday Dinner.
      17%
    • The independence and self-accountability
      9%
    • Our interships at the Law Firm
      8%
    • The frequent field trips and bonding activities
      8%
    • Homecoming
      4%

    Students

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    381
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    80%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.18 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.18 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.18 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    16:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $51,867
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    6.1%
    65%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.26 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.26 responses
    77%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.26 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $11,142/ year
    National
    $12,239
    89%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.28 responses
    46%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.28 responses
    61%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.28 responses
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    It offers different career pathways curriculums relating to law such as criminal justice, mocktrial, and debate that involve interaction outside of school. Students are expected to excel and keep a standard of high academic achievement. AP classes such as Seminar and Research are rigorous courses for students to enhance speaking, writting, vocational skills while researching about a topic they are interested in.
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    I really love the support that I had from my teachers, even though the school is a law magnet it does not necessarily mean that you have to go into a law related field. One of the things that makes my time here most enjoyable is the organization I am a part of that has allowed my to grow in confidence and in skill. Skills-USA is a big part of the Law Magnet along with other extracurricular activities.
    At Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet School you will have some learning experiences that you would not be able to get anywhere else. Here i have gotten the chance to join an organization that teaches me about leadership, responsibility, teamwork, participation and many other attributes that regular high schools dont offer. You also get hands on activities related to your career pathway. So no matter what ypu want to be, whether it is a lawyer, attorney, FBI agent, Police officer, or Army Soldier this school will get you prepared for anything out in the world.