Central Dauphin East SHS vs South Side El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 813 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
South Side El Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
603 students
| Measure | Central Dauphin East SHS Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | South Side El Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #503 of 618 | #1297 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #11338 of 16,910 | #38177 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,573 | 603 |
| Enrollment | 1,573 | 603 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.5% | 112.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 32% |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Dauphin East SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.4 vs 30.6).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS does better on math proficiency (40% vs 32%).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (101.5% vs 112.1%).
- •South Side El Sch does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.6).
- •Central Dauphin East SHS is the larger school with 1,573 students compared with 603.
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 South Side El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Central Dauphin East SHS ranks higher (38.4 vs 30.6 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 South Side El Sch?
About 813 m in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Dauphin East SHS: 1,573. South Side El Sch: 603. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Dauphin East SHS and South Side El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Dauphin East SHS is 503rd of 618 and South Side El Sch is 1297th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).