Hershey Early Childhood Center serves 407 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Hershey Early Childhood Center's student population of 407 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
The diversity score of Hershey Early Childhood Center 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
65%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What schools are Hershey Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Hershey Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Nye Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hershey Early Childhood Center?
407 students attend Hershey Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hershey Early Childhood Center students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hershey Early Childhood Center?
Hershey Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hershey Early Childhood Center offer ?
Hershey Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hershey Early Childhood Center part of?
Hershey Early Childhood Center is part of Derry Township School District.
School ReviewsReview Hershey Early Childhood Center. Reviews 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
Review Hershey Early Childhood Center. Reviews 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
麻豆果冻传媒 Articles
Standards Based Grading: How It Works and Transcript Impact
Learn how standards-based grading works in public schools, how it appears on transcripts, and what parents and colleges should understand.
Competency-Based Education Models in Public Schools
Explore how competency-based education models in public schools work, why districts are adopting mastery-based learning, and the benefits and challenges for students and educators.
Bullying Prevention in Public Schools: Family Guide 2026
Explore effective strategies for bullying prevention in public schools and what families need to know in 2026.
