Central York HS vs Washington George HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 143 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
Washington George HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,755 students
| Measure | Central York HS York, Pennsylvania | Washington George HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 618 | #554 of 618 |
| National rank | #2920 of 16,910 | #14520 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,756 | 1,755 |
| Enrollment | 1,756 | 1,755 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.9% | 107.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 29% |
| city | York | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central York HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.5 vs 24.3).
- •Central York HS does better on math proficiency (67% vs 29%).
- •Central York HS does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 42%).
- •Central York HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.9% vs 107.5%).
- •Central York HS does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.9).
- •Central York HS is the larger school with 1,756 students compared with 1,755.
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 Washington George HS?
On the Success Index (US), Central York HS ranks higher (71.5 vs 24.3 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 Washington George HS?
About 143 km in a straight line, between York and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central York HS: 1,756. Washington George HS: 1,755. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central York HS and Washington George HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central York HS is 211th of 618 and Washington George HS is 554th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).