Very Good
#158 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 18% of private schools
Hershey Christian Academy
School
99 VALLEY RD, Hummelstown, PA 17036
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#158 of 873
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About Hershey Christian Academy
Hershey Christian Academy is a private school in Hummelstown, PA. Hershey Christian Academy serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-11th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hershey Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Hershey Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Hershey Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hershey Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Hershey Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Hummelstown, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hummelstown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hershey Christian Academy (this school) | 7.6 |
| Lower Dauphin MS | 5.2 |
| Lower Dauphin HS | 7.8 |
| Price | — |
| Nye El Sch | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
99 VALLEY RD, Hummelstown, PA 17036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hershey Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hershey Intrmd El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Hershey), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hershey HS (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Hershey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hershey Primary El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Hershey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hummelstown, see our Hummelstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MILTON HERSHEY SCHOOL Hershey | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Hershey HS Hershey | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hummels Town | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Hershey MS Hershey | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Hershey Early Childhood Ctr Hershey | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Hershey Primary El Sch Hershey | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Hershey Intrmd El Sch Hershey | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| FIRST DISCOVERIES AT BRIGHT HORIZONS Hershey | 1.8 mi | — |
| TENDER YEARS Hershey | 2.3 mi | — |
| Conewago El Sch Elizabethtown | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BELLAIRE RIDGE SCHOOL Hershey | 3.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Lower Dauphin MS Hummelstown | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| South Hanover El Sch Hershey | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Lingle Avenue El Sch Palmyra | 3.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Price Hummelstown | 3.5 mi | — |
| Lower Dauphin HS Hummelstown | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Palmyra Area MS Palmyra | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Pine Street El Sch Palmyra | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Nye El Sch Hummelstown | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Palmyra Area SHS Palmyra | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,043
Median Home Value
$316,900
Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Population
22,487
College Educated
60.2%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
41.6
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|---|---|
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hershey Christian Academy
What grades does Hershey Christian Academy serve?
Hershey Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 11th.
How many students attend Hershey Christian Academy?
Hershey Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hershey Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hershey Christian Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hershey Christian Academy rank in PA?
Hershey Christian Academy ranks #158 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Hershey Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hershey Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hershey Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Hershey Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hershey Christian Academy a religious school?
Hershey Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 11th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- (717) 312-7595
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