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Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy

Middle School · DALLAS ISD

1303 REYNOLDSTON LN, Dallas, TX 75232

Enrollment

522

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,402 of 8,552

In Dallas

#170 of 374

public schools

In district

#123 of 235

DALLAS ISD

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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6.9/10

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About Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy

Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,402 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,470
Chronic Absenteeism41.2%

Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy — Students at Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
70%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
26.5%
ELA
33.9%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy Compares

See how Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
60th percentile in TX
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1303 REYNOLDSTON LN, Dallas, TX 75232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MARK TWAIN SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THOMAS L MARSALIS EL STEAM ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ELIZABETH OF HUNGARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ADELLE TURNER EL Dallas 0.2 mi 4.8
MARK TWAIN SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED Dallas 0.7 mi 9.2
KINGDOM COLLEGIATE ACADEMIES Dallas 1.2 mi 7.0
T G TERRY EL Dallas 1.1 mi 7.0
BISHOP DUNNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas 1.3 mi 7.5
JOHN W CARPENTER EL Dallas 1.4 mi 6.6
BIRDIE ALEXANDER EL Dallas 1.5 mi 4.5
ST ELIZABETH OF HUNGARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas 1.4 mi 7.6
UPLIFT WISDOM SECONDARY Dallas 1.4 mi 6.8
WISDOM H S Dallas 1.4 mi 7.3
WISDOM PRI Dallas 1.4 mi 6.6
UMPHREY LEE EL Dallas 1.7 mi 6.5
LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF Red Oak 1.6 mi 3.8
ADVANCED PREPARATORY INTERNATIONAL Dallas 1.5 mi 4.3
HIGHER HEIGHTS PRIVATE SCHOOL Dallas 1.5 mi 5.7
DANIEL WEBSTER EL Dallas 1.7 mi 6.8
RONALD E MCNAIR EL Dallas 1.9 mi 6.9
THOMAS L MARSALIS EL STEAM ACADEMY Dallas 1.7 mi 8.4
BARBARA JORDAN EL Dallas 2.0 mi 5.7
DAVID W CARTER H S Dallas 2.0 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,315

Median Home Value

$207,000

Median Rent

$1,265/mo

Population

32,967

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

21.1%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy

What grades does Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy serve?

Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy?

Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy rank in TX?

Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy ranks #3,402 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy a charter school?

No, Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy a Title I school?

No, Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy?

96.4% of students at Judge Louis a Bedford JR Law Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.2%

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