Serving 467 students in grades 4-5, Hershey Intrmd Elementary 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 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hershey Intrmd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hershey Intrmd Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
467 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Hershey Intrmd Elementary 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 Intrmd Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#505 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
57%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
5%

Hispanic
10%
15%

Black
5%
14%

White
65%
61%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
60%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hershey Intrmd Elementary School's ranking?
Hershey Intrmd Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hershey Intrmd Elementary School?
467 students attend Hershey Intrmd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hershey Intrmd Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hershey Intrmd Elementary School?
Hershey Intrmd Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hershey Intrmd Elementary School offer ?
Hershey Intrmd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Hershey Intrmd Elementary School part of?
Hershey Intrmd Elementary School is part of Derry Township School District.
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