Dillard 6-12 vs William Dandy Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dillard 6-12
Fort Lauderdale · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,998 students
William Dandy Middle School
Fort Lauderdale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
620 students
| Measure | Dillard 6-12 Fort Lauderdale, Florida | William Dandy Middle School Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #526 of 576 | #481 of 563 |
| National rank | #13439 of 16,910 | #11324 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,998 | 620 |
| Enrollment | 1,998 | 620 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.9% | 66.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 38% |
| city | Fort Lauderdale | Fort Lauderdale |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William Dandy Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.9 vs 29.5).
- •William Dandy Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 34%).
- •William Dandy Middle School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •Dillard 6-12 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.9% vs 66.8%).
- •William Dandy Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 22.2).
- •Dillard 6-12 is the larger school with 1,998 students compared with 620.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dillard 6-12 better than William Dandy Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), William Dandy Middle School ranks higher (32.9 vs 29.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dillard 6-12 and William Dandy Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Fort Lauderdale and Fort Lauderdale in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dillard 6-12: 1,998. William Dandy Middle School: 620. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dillard 6-12 and William Dandy Middle School rank in Florida?
Dillard 6-12 is 526th of 576 and William Dandy Middle School is 481st of 563 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).