Serving 1,050 students in grades 9-12, Hershey High 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 55-59% (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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,050 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hershey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hershey High School's student population of 1,050 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,050 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Hershey High 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 High School is 0.52, 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
#314 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
67%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hershey High School's ranking?
Hershey High School is ranked #314 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hershey High School often compared to?
Hershey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Dauphin High School, Central Dauphin Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Hershey High School?
The graduation rate of Hershey High School is 91%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hershey High School?
1,050 students attend Hershey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hershey High School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hershey High School?
Hershey High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hershey High School offer ?
Hershey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hershey High School part of?
Hershey High School is part of Derry Township School District.
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