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#2138 of 3,778 schools in FL
Dillard Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
2330 NW 12TH CT, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,138 of 3,778
In Fort Lauderdale
#19 of 30
public schools
In district
#186 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Dillard Elementary School
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About Dillard Elementary School
Dillard Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL, part of BROWARD. Dillard Elementary School serves approximately 615 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dillard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,138 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Dillard Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dillard Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
52% of students at Dillard Elementary School 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
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Dillard Elementary School — Students at Dillard Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.7/10.
How Dillard Elementary School Compares
See how Dillard Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2330 NW 12TH CT, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dillard Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lauderhill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lauderhill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DILLARD 6-12 Fort Lauderdale | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND SERVICES Ft. Lauderdale | 0.6 mi | — |
| ROCK ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.8 mi | — |
| MOUNT OLIVET SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.7 mi | — |
| SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Fort Lauderdale | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| S.O.U.L. ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| WILLIAM DANDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| BROWARD DETENTION CENTER Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| LARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderhill | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| MOUNT BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lauderhill | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| WINGATE OAKS CENTER Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| FIDELIS ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,918
Median Home Value
$276,600
Median Rent
$1,385/mo
Population
73,280
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dillard Elementary School
What grades does Dillard Elementary School serve?
Dillard Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dillard Elementary School?
Dillard Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 615 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dillard Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dillard Elementary School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dillard Elementary School rank in FL?
Dillard Elementary School ranks #2,138 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dillard Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dillard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Dillard Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dillard Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dillard Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dillard Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dillard Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dillard Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dillard Elementary School?
82.4% of students at Dillard Elementary School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 615
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.0%
- Phone
- (754) 322-6200
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #186 of 319
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