Central York HS vs Sinking Springs El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.2 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
Sinking Springs El Sch
York · Public middle · Grades 4–6
641 students
| Measure | Central York HS York, Pennsylvania | Sinking Springs El Sch York, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 618 | #308 of 521 |
| National rank | #2920 of 16,910 | #6746 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 1,756 | 641 |
| Enrollment | 1,756 | 641 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.9% | 41.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 30% |
| city | York | York |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central York HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.5 vs 54.2).
- •Central York HS does better on math proficiency (67% vs 30%).
- •Central York HS does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Sinking Springs El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.5% vs 41.9%).
- •Central York HS does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.3).
- •Central York HS is the larger school with 1,756 students compared with 641.
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 Sinking Springs El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Central York HS ranks higher (71.5 vs 54.2 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 Sinking Springs El Sch?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between York and York in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central York HS: 1,756. Sinking Springs El Sch: 641. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central York HS and Sinking Springs El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Central York HS is 211th of 618 and Sinking Springs El Sch is 308th of 521 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).