Serving 1,539 students in grades 9-12, Central Dauphin East Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Dauphin East Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Dauphin East Sr. High School's student population of 1,539 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Dauphin East Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Dauphin East Sr. High School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1642 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
32%
14%
White
23%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Dauphin East Sr. High School's ranking?
Central Dauphin East Sr. High School is ranked #1642 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Dauphin East Sr. High School often compared to?
Central Dauphin East Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Dauphin Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Dauphin East Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Central Dauphin East Sr. High School is 83%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Dauphin East Sr. High School?
1,539 students attend Central Dauphin East Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Central Dauphin East Sr. High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Dauphin East Sr. High School?
Central Dauphin East Sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Dauphin East Sr. High School offer ?
Central Dauphin East Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Dauphin East Sr. High School part of?
Central Dauphin East Sr. High School is part of Central Dauphin SD School District.
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