Serving 1,797 students in grades 9-12, Central York High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central York High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central York High School's student population of 1,797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central York High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central York High School is 0.55, which is less 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
#262 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
9%
14%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 York High School's ranking?
Central York High School is ranked #262 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central York High School often compared to?
Central York High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dallastown Area Sr. High School, York Suburban Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central York High School?
The graduation rate of Central York High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central York High School?
1,797 students attend Central York High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Central York High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central York High School?
Central York High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central York High School offer ?
Central York High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central York High School part of?
Central York High School is part of Central York SD School District.
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