Central Dauphin SHS

1,975 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Central Dauphin Senior High School, located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Central Dauphin School District. It is a large, comprehensive public high school that plays a central role in the local community, catering to a diverse student body from the suburban areas surrounding Harrisburg. The school is well-regarded for its wide array of academic offerings, which range from rigorous Advanced Placement (AP) courses to specialized vocational programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Central Dauphin is known for a robust extracurricular culture that fosters student engagement and school spirit. The "Rams" are highly active in PIAA athletics, boasting a long history of competitive sports programs, alongside a variety of performing arts, clubs, and service-oriented organizations. By balancing a traditional academic curriculum with extensive opportunities for personal and social development, the school strives to cultivate a well-rounded educational environment that equips its students with the skills necessary for success after graduation.
1,975
Total Students
122.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Central Dauphin SHS
Demographic Student Count
White1,264
Hispanic159
Black225
Asian187
Two or More136
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,264 (64.0 %)
  • Black
    225 (11.4 %)
  • Asian
    187 (9.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    159 (8.1 %)
  • Two or More
    136 (6.9 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Central Dauphin SD
Phone: (717)703-5360
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,975
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 122.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 559
Grade 10 474
Grade 11 460
Grade 12 482

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Central Dauphin SHS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9559
Grade 10474
Grade 11460
Grade 12482
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Central Dauphin SHS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female94247.7%
Male1,03352.3%
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