Vista School in Hershey, PA, is a nonsectarian special education school serving grades PK through 12 in a rural community setting.
Founded in 2002, the school enrolls 86 students with 15 teachers, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 6:1.
The student body includes approximately 19% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Vista School provides individualized programs across early childhood to high school grade levels in a small enrollment environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
86 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Unique Potential Within Reach
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Vista School?
The application deadline for Vista School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Vista School is Hershey Christian Academy (3.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Joan Of Arc Elementary School (2.1 miles away)
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