Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dillard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dillard Elementary School's student population of 556 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dillard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dillard Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3126 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
38%
Black
92%
21%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dillard Elementary School's ranking?
Dillard Elementary School is ranked #3126 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dillard Elementary School often compared to?
Dillard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker Elementary School, Rock Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dillard Elementary School?
556 students attend Dillard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dillard Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dillard Elementary School?
Dillard Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dillard Elementary School offer ?
Dillard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dillard Elementary School part of?
Dillard Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Dillard Elementary School located?
Dillard Elementary School is located in the Dillard Park neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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