Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hershey Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hershey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hershey Elementary School's student population of 568 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hershey Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hershey Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 1755 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
13%
White
87%
65%
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
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hershey Elementary School's ranking?
Hershey Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Hershey Elementary School often compared to?
Hershey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wyandotte Elementary School, Battle Ground Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Hershey Elementary School?
568 students attend Hershey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hershey Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hershey Elementary School?
Hershey Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hershey Elementary School offer ?
Hershey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hershey Elementary School part of?
Hershey Elementary School is part of Tippecanoe School Corp School District.
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