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Hershey Primary Elementary School

Derry Township SD · Dauphin County · 450 Homestead Rd, Hershey, PA 17033.0

(717)531-2277

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10/10
#118
Rank 118 out of 1,545
Top 8%
English Language Arts9/10 · #166 · 89th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #105 · 93rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

Hershey Primary Elementary School sits in one of Pennsylvania's most distinctive small towns — a community literally built around the chocolate industry, but with a quality of life that goes well beyond its famous namesake. Families drawn to Derry Township tend to stay for the strong schools, the tight-knit feel, and the surprisingly rich mix of parks, cultural attractions, and amenities packed into a relatively small area. With math and English scores both ranking in the top 10% statewide, this school is a genuine standout for families who want rigorous academics in a community that feels more like a neighborhood than a suburb.

Student Demographics

214 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
148 (69%)
Asian
31 (14%)
Hispanic
15 (7%)
African American
12 (6%)
Multiple Races
7 (3%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners10 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged66 (31%)
Students with Disabilities21 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

427
Enrollment
34.1
Teachers (FTE)
12.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #671 · 58th percentile

41 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found