Central Dauphin East SHS vs Lawnton El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.7 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
Lawnton El Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
310 students
| Measure | Central Dauphin East SHS Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Lawnton El Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #503 of 618 | #1184 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #11338 of 16,910 | #33023 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,573 | 310 |
| Enrollment | 1,573 | 310 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.5% | 91.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.9 |
| 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 38.4).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS does better on math proficiency (40% vs 37%).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Lawnton El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.9% vs 101.5%).
- •Lawnton El Sch does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.6).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS is the larger school with 1,573 students compared with 310.
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 Lawnton 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 Lawnton El Sch?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Dauphin East SHS: 1,573. Lawnton El Sch: 310. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Dauphin East SHS and Lawnton El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Dauphin East SHS is 503rd of 618 and Lawnton El Sch is 1184th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).