Hershey Christian is an interdenominational school committed to excellence in providing students a Christ-centered, well rounded education that equips them to live faithful, God-honoring lives, whatever their vocation or calling.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hershey Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1995
Student Body
Total Students
272 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus & AP Physics
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is listed on the HCS website - www.hersheychristian.org
% on Financial Aid
40%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Lorri Wagner
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Digital Photography Club, School Drama Production, Winter Indoor Soccer Club
School Notes
- Hershey Christian is an interdenominational school committed to excellence in providing students a Christ-centered, well rounded education that equips them to live faithful, God-honoring lives, whatever their vocation or calling.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hershey Christian Academy often compared to?
Hershey Christian Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Harrisburg Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Hershey Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Hershey Christian Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Hershey Christian Academy offer?
Hershey Christian Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Track and Field.
What is Hershey Christian Academy's ranking?
Hershey Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Hershey Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Hershey Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Related Schools
Show me:
Popular comparisons: Hershey Christian Academy vs. Harrisburg Christian School
People that viewed Hershey Christian Academy also viewed these schools: Harrisburg Christian School, Milton Hershey School, Mount Calvary Christian School, Bishop Mcdevitt High School and Covenant Christian Academy.
The nearest high school and elementary school to Hershey Christian Academy is Milton Hershey School (2.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Cclc At Hershey (1.3 miles away)
Show me:
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Grades: K-12 | 286 students 11.4 miles 2000 Blue Mountain Pkwy
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 545-3728
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 545-3728
11.4
K-12
286
Grades: PK-12 | 2,189 students 2 miles 1201 Homestead Ln
Hershey, PA 17033
(800) 322-3248
Hershey, PA 17033
(800) 322-3248
2
PK-12
2,189
Grades: PK-12 | 519 students 6.5 miles 629 Holly Street
Elizabethtown, PA 17022
(717) 367-1649
Elizabethtown, PA 17022
(717) 367-1649
6.5
PK-12
519
Bishop Mcdevitt High School
(Catholic)
Grades: 9-12 | 702 students 6.9 miles 1 Crusader Way
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 236-7973
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 236-7973
6.9
9-12
702
Grades: PK-12 | 265 students 11.8 miles 1982 Locust Ln
Harrisburg, PA 17109
(717) 540-9885
Harrisburg, PA 17109
(717) 540-9885
11.8
PK-12
265
School Reviews
Endorse Hershey Christian Academy. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
Corporal Punishment Still Exists
Did you think that corporal punishment in our schools was extinct? Sadly, it isn't. Here are some facts and some suggestions as to what you can do to help eliminate corporal punishment once and for all.
Rolling Admissions
Discover why many institutions opt for rolling admissions and how it can offer flexibility and opportunities for applicants throughout the year.
March 21, 2024
Leadership, Legacy, and Learning: Pillars of Top SchoolsWe explore the key elements contributing to the success of leading private schools, highlighting the importance of strong leadership, a rich legacy, and a focus on comprehensive learning experiences.
![[Mobile]Hershey Christian School 2012 Senior Prank (Operation SP)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FHfFXRSqIy0/0.jpg "This video contains no music, it is only made so that it can be played on mobile devices . I recommend playing some type of background music while watching the slideshows haha for the real version please click on this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bngp4e7sw20Five senior guys from Hershey Christian School and their Senior Prank. We filled 8000 cups of water and put them on the entire second floor of our school. It took 5 hours for us to complete this. We started at midnight and left around 5 a.m.")
-4c3194pi4wis8gsg004w0g44w-280.webp "The Parents' Financial Statement (PFS)")
