Central HS vs Chambersburg Area SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 214 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,329 students
Chambersburg Area SHS
Chambersburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,319 students
| Measure | Central HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Chambersburg Area SHS Chambersburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #298 of 618 | #344 of 618 |
| National rank | #5213 of 16,910 | #6085 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,329 | 2,319 |
| Enrollment | 2,329 | 2,319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 60.4% |
| Students per teacher | 26.8 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 99.5% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 99.5% | 59% |
| city | Philadelphia | Chambersburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 58.9).
- •Central HS does better on math proficiency (99.5% vs 59%).
- •Central HS does better on reading proficiency (99.5% vs 71%).
- •Chambersburg Area SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.4% vs 98.2%).
- •Chambersburg Area SHS does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 26.8).
- •Central HS is the larger school with 2,329 students compared with 2,319.
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 HS better than Chambersburg Area SHS?
On the Success Index (US), Central HS ranks higher (62.2 vs 58.9 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 HS and Chambersburg Area SHS?
About 214 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Chambersburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central HS: 2,329. Chambersburg Area SHS: 2,319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central HS and Chambersburg Area SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central HS is 298th of 618 and Chambersburg Area SHS is 344th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).