Central Dauphin SHS vs Paxtonia 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 SHS
Harrisburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,966 students
Paxtonia El Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
682 students
| Measure | Central Dauphin SHS Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Paxtonia El Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 10% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #130 of 618 | #883 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #1677 of 16,910 | #20979 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,966 | 682 |
| Enrollment | 1,966 | 682 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.5% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 62% |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Dauphin SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.3 vs 56.0).
- •Central Dauphin SHS does better on math proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Central Dauphin SHS does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 75%).
- •Central Dauphin SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.5% vs 99.3%).
- •Central Dauphin SHS does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 15.9).
- •Central Dauphin SHS is the larger school with 1,966 students compared with 682.
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 SHS better than Paxtonia El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Central Dauphin SHS ranks higher (77.3 vs 56.0 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 SHS and Paxtonia El Sch?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Dauphin SHS: 1,966. Paxtonia El Sch: 682. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Dauphin SHS and Paxtonia El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central Dauphin SHS is 130th of 618 and Paxtonia El Sch is 883rd of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).