Central York HS vs Orendorf El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central York HS
York · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,756 students
Orendorf El Sch
Manchester · Public elementary · Grades K–3
350 students
| Measure | Central York HS York, Pennsylvania | Orendorf El Sch Manchester, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #211 of 618 | #396 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #2920 of 16,910 | #7217 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 1,756 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 1,756 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.9% | 58% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| city | York | Manchester |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orendorf El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.2 vs 71.5).
- •Orendorf El Sch does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 73%).
- •Central York HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.9% vs 58%).
- •Orendorf El Sch does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.8).
- •Central York HS is the larger school with 1,756 students compared with 350.
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 York HS better than Orendorf El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Orendorf El Sch ranks higher (76.2 vs 71.5 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 York HS and Orendorf El Sch?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between York and Manchester in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central York HS: 1,756. Orendorf El Sch: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central York HS and Orendorf El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central York HS is 211th of 618 and Orendorf El Sch is 396th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).