RATINGS

District Summary Ratings

Many of the schools in this district are rated average in school quality.

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Top Rated Schools in This District

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Central Dauphin School District based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS

District Student Progress

This district has a mixed record of helping students improve over time. Look below to see what percentage of schools in this district are making more, less, or about the same progress as other schools in the state.

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ACADEMICS

Academic Summary

Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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STUDENT LIFE

Teachers & Staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
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STUDENT LIFE

District Calendar

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STUDENT LIFE

District Finances

How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
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District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
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STUDENT LIFE

Reviews From Schools in Central Dauphin School District

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Parent / Guardian
June 02, 2025
Staff is unresponsive to emails. They do little to resolve conflicts, and, as mentioned earlier, they often take the side of the aggressor. My child was threaten and assaulted on two separate... More
Review for Central Dauphin Middle School
Parent / Guardian
June 01, 2025
My child is constantly getting bullied and nothing is being done about it. Has been going on for 2 years now!!!
Review for West Hanover El School
Current student
August 14, 2024
my first year of middle school was spent at SMS and most teachers were respectful but I constantly felt unsafe I love my SMS family but I'm concerned for other kids there are always fights and kids... More
Review for Swatara Middle School
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