DILLARD 6-12

DILLARD 6-12 is a Title I public high school that is part of the BROWARD school district, located in FORT LAUDERDALE, FL with about 2,212 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 118 teachers, DILLARD 6-12 has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Dillard 6-12, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a specialized secondary school within the Broward County Public School district that serves students from middle school through high school. The school is widely recognized for its long-standing commitment to academic excellence and its robust Performing Arts Magnet program. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for college and career success, while fostering a vibrant campus culture that emphasizes both personal growth and community engagement.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, Dillard 6-12 is well-regarded for its historic legacy and its impact on the local community. The school provides a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletics, competitive academic teams, and nationally acclaimed arts programs. By bridging the gap between middle and high school years, the institution creates a continuous learning environment that encourages students to build long-term relationships with mentors and peers, ultimately aiming to cultivate well-rounded, socially responsible graduates.

For more information, contact DILLARD 6-12 at (754) 322-0800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2501 NW 11TH ST
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33311-5702
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DILLARD 6-12 is a public Title I school in FORT LAUDERDALE, FL with about 2,212 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
BROWARD
Total Students:
2,212
Teachers:
118
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,212 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DILLARD 6-12 is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 91% of the student body.

Black or African American
90.7%
Hispanic/Latino
5.1%
White
2.6%
Two or more races
1.1%
Asian
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.0%

Female
54.2%
Male
45.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.