Milton Hershey School

Po Box 830, Hershey, PA, 17033-0170 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

The mission of Milton Hershey School remains true to the ideals upon which it was founded more than 90 years ago: In keeping with Milton and Catherine Hershey's Deed of Trust , Milton Hershey School nurtures and educates children in social and financial need to lead fulfilling and productive lives. Today, Milton Hershey School is a cost-free, private, coeducational home and school for children from families of low income, limited resources, and social need. The School is funded by a trust established by Milton S. Hershey and his wife Catherine. Milton Hershey School offers a positive, structured home life year-round and an excellent pre-kindergarten through 12th grade education. Our vision focuses on building character and providing children with the skills necessary to be successful in all aspects of life....

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School Overview:

 
Milton Hershey School
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools
State or regional independent school association
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Religious Affiliation Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
County Dauphin County, PA
Student Body
Total Students 1305 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(PA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 63% 16%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 10 students
Kind - 15 students
Grade 1 - 25 students
Grade 2 - 25 students
Grade 3 - 40 students
Grade 4 - 40 students
Grade 5 - 101 students
Grade 6 - 120 students
Grade 7 - 150 students
Grade 8 - 139 students
Grade 9 - 190 students
Grade 10 - 175 students
Grade 11 - 150 students
Grade 12 - 125 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 187 teachers
This School
(PA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:6 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 181 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Admission Deadline None / Rolling

School Notes:

  • The mission of Milton Hershey School remains true to the ideals upon which it was founded more than 90 years ago: In keeping with Milton and Catherine Hershey's Deed of Trust , Milton Hershey School nurtures and educates children in social and financial need to lead fulfilling and productive lives. Today, Milton Hershey School is a cost-free, private, coeducational home and school for children from families of low income, limited resources, and social need. The School is funded by a trust established by Milton S. Hershey and his wife Catherine. Milton Hershey School offers a positive, structured home life year-round and an excellent pre-kindergarten through 12th grade education. Our vision focuses on building character and providing children with the skills necessary to be successful in all aspects of life.
  • Profile last updated: 03/10/2007

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About This Zipcode (17033)
School Zip (17033)
(PA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 15,069 people 12,280,267 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 47% 22%
Population Average Age 40 years old 37 years old
Average Household size 2.3 persons 2.4 persons
Median Household Income $45,816 $43,232
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.7 rooms 5.9 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 42 years old 51 years old
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Zipcode (17033)


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% Owning / % Renting 59% / 41% 68% / 32%

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