What grades does Central Dauphin SHS serve?

As a High school, Central Dauphin SHS serves students in Harrisburg, PA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Central Dauphin SHS located?

You can find Central Dauphin SHS in Harrisburg, PA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Dauphin SHS?

At Central Dauphin SHS, there are approximately 16.1 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Harrisburg, PA?

Central Dauphin SHS is among the schools serving Harrisburg, PA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Q: How many students attend Central Dauphin SHS?

Central Dauphin SHS currently enrolls 1,998 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in PA.

High|Harrisburg, Pennsylvania|Central Dauphin SD

Harrisburg, PA 17112

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,998

Student:Teacher

16.1:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Central Dauphin SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

35.9%

Phone

(717)703-5360

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

<50%

Math Proficiency

71%

91th percentile in PA

Graduation Rate

95%

Chronic Absenteeism

15.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

20 courses offered

767 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

92 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

262 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

256 test takers

Athletics

24 sports, 41 teams

630 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.1:1

Worse than average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

122

83% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,486

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,773

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,681

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 23%Local 67%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$300,846

+3.5% 1yr+37.5% 5yr

Harrisburg, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.3%

Below 150% poverty line

4.6%

Unemployment rate

5.7%

Uninsured residents

9.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,637

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,372

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

908 (38%)

Autism

480 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

350 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

309 (13%)

Intellectual Disability

141 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

138 (6%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,966

Current enrollment

Stable(+8% 5yr)

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Central Dauphin SHS currently enrolls 1,998 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in PA.

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