Serving 791 students in grades 6-8, Central Dauphin MiddleSchool ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Dauphin MiddleSchool's student population of 791 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Dauphin MiddleSchool ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Dauphin MiddleSchool is 0.46, 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
#1191 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
11%
14%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Dauphin MiddleSchool's ranking?
Central Dauphin MiddleSchool is ranked #1191 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Dauphin MiddleSchool often compared to?
Central Dauphin MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Dauphin East MiddleSchool, Hershey MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Central Dauphin MiddleSchool?
791 students attend Central Dauphin MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Central Dauphin MiddleSchool students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Dauphin MiddleSchool?
Central Dauphin MiddleSchool has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Dauphin MiddleSchool offer ?
Central Dauphin MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Dauphin MiddleSchool part of?
Central Dauphin MiddleSchool is part of Central Dauphin SD School District.
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