Serving 478 students in grades 9-12, Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet's student population of 478 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet's ranking?
Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet is ranked #159 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet?
The graduation rate of Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet?
478 students attend Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet?
Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet offer ?
Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet part of?
Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet located?
Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
School Reviews
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Great school, you take classes that prepare you for University and what it is going to bring you.I especially liked the Philosophy of justice class taught by Mr.Seale, it was a great class.School has rigorous academics if that is what you are looking for, and a competitive classroom.
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