Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Hershey Christian Academy
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
127 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 27%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus & AP Physics
Tuition & 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.: 82%
Admissions Director
Lorri Wagner
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Digital Photography ClubSchool 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.
- School Motto: Every Child is Worth It!
- 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
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Hershey Christian Academy is 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 81%.
What sports does Hershey Christian Academy offer?
Hershey Christian Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Track and Field.
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).
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(Math: 38% | Reading: 50-54%)
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9325.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 397 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Northern High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 76%)
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Top 50%10
653 S Baltimore St
Dillsburg, PA 17019
(717) 432-8691
Dillsburg, PA 17019
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Gr: 9-12 | 982 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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Dillsburg, PA 17019
(717) 432-8691
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Wellsville Campus
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