Serving 444 students in grades 2-3, Hershey Primary Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hershey Primary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hershey Primary Elementary School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Trojan
School Rankings
Hershey Primary Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hershey Primary Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#262 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hershey Primary Elementary School's ranking?
Hershey Primary Elementary School is ranked #262 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hershey Primary Elementary School often compared to?
Hershey Primary Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nye Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hershey Primary Elementary School?
444 students attend Hershey Primary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hershey Primary Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hershey Primary Elementary School?
Hershey Primary Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hershey Primary Elementary School offer ?
Hershey Primary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hershey Primary Elementary School part of?
Hershey Primary Elementary School is part of Derry Township School District.
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