Central Dauphin East SHS vs Infinity CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 927 m 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
Infinity CS
Harrisburg · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
256 students
| Measure | Central Dauphin East SHS Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Infinity CS Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #503 of 618 | #105 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #11338 of 16,910 | #1430 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,573 | 256 |
| Enrollment | 1,573 | 256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.5% | 19.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 72% |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Infinity CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.6 vs 38.4).
- •Infinity CS does better on math proficiency (72% vs 40%).
- •Infinity CS does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 52%).
- •Infinity CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.1% vs 101.5%).
- •Infinity CS does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 13.6).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS is the larger school with 1,573 students compared with 256.
- •Central Dauphin East SHS is a public school while Infinity CS is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Infinity CS?
On the Success Index (US), Infinity CS ranks higher (87.6 vs 38.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Dauphin East SHS and Infinity CS?
About 927 m in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Dauphin East SHS: 1,573. Infinity CS: 256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Dauphin East SHS and Infinity CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Dauphin East SHS is 503rd of 618 and Infinity CS is 105th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).