Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hershey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hershey Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Hershey, NE, covering an area of approximately 351.6 square miles. This zone typically requires a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.1 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 20.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hershey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hershey Elementary School's student population of 300 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hershey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hershey Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#146 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hershey Elementary School's ranking?
Hershey Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Hershey Elementary School often compared to?
Hershey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maxwell Elementary School, Mcdonald Elementary School, Sutherland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Hershey Elementary School?
300 students attend Hershey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hershey Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hershey Elementary School?
Hershey Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hershey Elementary School offer ?
Hershey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hershey Elementary School part of?
Hershey Elementary School is part of Hershey School District.
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