Very Good
#272 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 31% of private schools
Milton Hershey School
School
1201 HOMESTEAD LN, Hershey, PA 17033
Enrollment
2,002
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
2,002
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#272 of 873
In Hershey
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Milton Hershey School
Milton Hershey School is a private school in Hershey, PA. Milton Hershey School serves approximately 2,002 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Milton Hershey School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #272 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Milton Hershey School is a large school: 2,002 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Milton Hershey School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Milton Hershey School 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 Milton Hershey School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Hershey, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Milton Hershey School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Hershey HS | 8.7 |
| Hershey MS | 8.5 |
| Hershey Early Childhood Ctr | 7.5 |
| Hershey Intrmd El Sch | 8.9 |
| Hershey Primary El Sch | 8.7 |
| South Hanover El Sch | 8.1 |
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.
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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
1201 HOMESTEAD LN, Hershey, PA 17033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Milton Hershey School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hershey Intrmd El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hershey HS (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hershey Primary El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hershey, see our Hershey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hershey HS Hershey | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Hershey MS Hershey | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Hershey Early Childhood Ctr Hershey | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Hershey Primary El Sch Hershey | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Hershey Intrmd El Sch Hershey | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| TENDER YEARS Hershey | 1.2 mi | — |
| HERSHEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hummelstown | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| FIRST DISCOVERIES AT BRIGHT HORIZONS Hershey | 2.1 mi | — |
| Lingle Avenue El Sch Palmyra | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hummels Town | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Palmyra Area MS Palmyra | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Pine Street El Sch Palmyra | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Conewago El Sch Elizabethtown | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Palmyra Area SHS Palmyra | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Northside El Sch Palmyra | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| South Hanover El Sch Hershey | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Forge Road El Sch Palmyra | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| BELLAIRE RIDGE SCHOOL Hershey | 4.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Lower Dauphin MS Hummelstown | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Price Hummelstown | 4.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,093
Median Home Value
$340,900
Median Rent
$1,311/mo
Population
17,009
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| School Lane CS Bensalem, PA | 7.3 |
| Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS Philadelphia, PA | 6.8 |
| Lehigh Valley Academy Regional CS Bethlehem, PA | 6.5 |
| Avon Grove CS West Grove, PA | 6.1 |
| Community Academy of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia, PA | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Milton Hershey School
What grades does Milton Hershey School serve?
Milton Hershey School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Milton Hershey School?
Milton Hershey School has an enrollment of approximately 2,002 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Milton Hershey School?
The student-teacher ratio at Milton Hershey School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Milton Hershey School rank in PA?
Milton Hershey School ranks #272 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Milton Hershey School's MySchoolScout rating?
Milton Hershey School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Milton Hershey School a private school?
Yes, Milton Hershey School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Milton Hershey School a religious school?
No, Milton Hershey School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,002
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 221
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- (717) 520-2080
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