Dillard High School

Dillard High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
2501 NW 11th St,  Fort Lauderdale, FL
Broward County Public Schools
3.9
3.7
2,199 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Cassandra Robinson
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
990
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
20%
Reading Proficiency
30%
Average GPA
3.32
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.32
Reading Proficiency
30%
Math Proficiency
20%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
107
Full Time Teachers
107
Teachers in First or Second Year
18.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
990
Math
490
Verbal
510
Average ACT
19
Math
18
English
18
Reading
20
Science
18
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
22.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
39%
State Average
20%
Science
39%
State Average
23%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
408:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.2%
Male
47.8%
Black
90.6%
Hispanic
5.7%
White
2.2%
Two or more races
1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#39 Best HS for the Arts in Florida
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Florida A&M University 618 Students
Florida State University 603 Students
Florida Atlantic University 532 Students
University of Central Florida 507 Students
Florida International University 484 Students
University of Florida 414 Students
Broward College 410 Students
University of Miami 354 Students
Nova Southeastern University 337 Students
University of South Florida 301 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 190 Students
Nursing 139 Students
Psychology 97 Students
Biology 84 Students
Music Performance 83 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 79 Students
Drama and Theatre Production 59 Students
Computer Science 58 Students
Dance 48 Students
Acting 46 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 484 Reviews
4.0 Senior
5/10/2025
My best experience was surrounding myself with good people and good teachers, It is not the best but you can make it work. You just have to make the most of it and stay away from the troubling students.
4.0 Sophomore
4/4/2025
Dillard is a nice school, most people attend for our band & track team. When it comes to academics though, it's not the best, some teachers don't care & some students don't care but it's a fun school.
5.0 Sophomore
9/6/2024
My overall experience with Dillard Highschool so far is pretty good. As a student who audition to go to Dillard for the Performing Arts Program. It's very involved in the community and everyone around it. At school I'm in the AICE Cambridge Program which is great way to step kids up for college from grades 9th or 10th. Being involved in the culture and history of the school is very interesting and teaches you a alot about your own culture and how you can relate.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 13 Reviews
3.0 student
3/4/2024
The only thing that is bad is the safety of the school I mean that’s almost normal how this school is always on lockdown because of a scuffle trust me Dillard isn’t that bad if you have friends Would I recommend someone’s child to go here??? NO!!! but if it’s the last resort, go ahead. Another thing...
1.0 parent
3/28/2023
Shane on educators and other staff members at this institution...Full of drugs and delinquence...
5.0 parent
6/8/2022
Please look beyond the low rating of this school. My child has been in several high schools and this one has been top notch. The arts magnet program is phenomenal. The teachers are caring and motivating and students are supportive of each other. My child got into their first choice college early dec...
5.0 parent
6/2/2015
The magnet program at Dillard High School is the best! Especially the jazz band:) The teachers in the magnet programs are totally devoted to the kids and the teachers work overtime to make sure that the programs are successful. I have had 3 children in the magnet program and they have really excelle...

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Dillard High School is a public school for students in grades 6-12 in Fort Lauderdale, FL and is served by the Broward County Public Schools in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 2,199 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 20% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 30% are proficient in reading. Dillard High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.32, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 990 and an ACT score of 19. The average home value in this area is $395,215. Discover additional schools in the area, like Wingate Oaks Center, Stranahan High School, Fort Lauderdale High School, and more. Learn more about what Fort Lauderdale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Dillard High School.

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