Central Dauphin High School is a public high school located in Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, it is one of two high schools in the Central Dauphin School District, and the first built in the school district. In the 2017–18 school year, there were 1,707 students at the school.
Serving 1,966 students in grades 9-12, Central Dauphin Sr. High School 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 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,966 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Dauphin High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Harrisburg, PA, covering approximately 104.4 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 14.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Dauphin Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Dauphin Sr. High School's student population of 1,966 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,966 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Dauphin Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Dauphin Sr. High School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1091 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
School Mascot
Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Dauphin Sr. High School's ranking?
Central Dauphin Sr. High School is ranked #1091 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Dauphin Sr. High School often compared to?
Central Dauphin Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Dauphin East Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Dauphin Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Central Dauphin Sr. High School is 91%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Central Dauphin Sr. High School?
1,966 students attend Central Dauphin Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Central Dauphin Sr. High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Dauphin Sr. High School?
Central Dauphin 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 Sr. High School offer ?
Central Dauphin Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Dauphin Sr. High School part of?
Central Dauphin Sr. High School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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