Serving 779 students in grades 6-8, Central Dauphin East Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Dauphin East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Central Dauphin East Middle School's student population of 779 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Dauphin East Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Dauphin East Middle School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2140 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
32%
14%
White
20%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Dauphin East Middle School's ranking?
Central Dauphin East Middle School is ranked #2140 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Dauphin East Middle School often compared to?
Central Dauphin East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Dauphin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Central Dauphin East Middle School?
779 students attend Central Dauphin East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Central Dauphin East Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Dauphin East Middle School?
Central Dauphin East Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Dauphin East Middle School offer ?
Central Dauphin East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Dauphin East Middle School part of?
Central Dauphin East Middle School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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