Serving 742 students in grades 6-8, Hershey Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hershey MS's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Hershey, PA, encompassing approximately 27.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hershey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hershey Middle School's student population of 742 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hershey Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hershey Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#300 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hershey Middle School's ranking?
Hershey Middle School is ranked #300 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hershey Middle School often compared to?
Hershey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Dauphin Middle School, Central Dauphin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hershey Middle School?
742 students attend Hershey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Hershey Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hershey Middle School?
Hershey Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hershey Middle School offer ?
Hershey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hershey Middle School part of?
Hershey Middle School is part of Derry Township School District.
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