Central Dauphin East SHS vs Chambers Hill El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Dauphin East SHS
Harrisburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,573 students
Chambers Hill El Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
257 students
| Measure | Central Dauphin East SHS Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Chambers Hill El Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #503 of 618 | #1171 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #11338 of 16,910 | #32461 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,573 | 257 |
| Enrollment | 1,573 | 257 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.5% | 96.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 37% |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (38.4 vs 39.2).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS does better on math proficiency (40% vs 37%).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Chambers Hill El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.5% vs 101.5%).
- •Chambers Hill El Sch does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 13.6).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS is the larger school with 1,573 students compared with 257.
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 Central Dauphin East SHS better than Chambers Hill El Sch?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Dauphin East SHS and Chambers Hill El Sch?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Dauphin East SHS: 1,573. Chambers Hill El Sch: 257. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Dauphin East SHS and Chambers Hill El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Dauphin East SHS is 503rd of 618 and Chambers Hill El Sch is 1171st of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).