For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,489 students in 17033, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 2,728 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 17033, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17033, PA are Hershey Primary Elementary School, Hershey Middle School and Hershey High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17033 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17033, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17033, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hershey Primary Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
450 Homestead Rd
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-2277
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-2277
Gr: 2-3 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Hershey Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Homestead Rd
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-2222
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-2222
Gr: 6-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Hershey High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
550 Homestead Rd
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-2244
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-2244
Gr: 9-12 | 1,050 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Hershey Intrmd Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
450 Homestead Rd
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-2277
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-2277
Gr: 4-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
South Hanover Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15 W 3rd St
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 566-2564
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 566-2564
Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
450-rear Homestead Road
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-2211
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-2211
Gr: K-1 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17033, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17033, PA include Hershey Primary Elementary School, Hershey Middle School and Hershey High School.
How many public schools are located in 17033?
6 public schools are located in 17033.
What percentage of students in 17033 go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in 17033 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17033?
17033 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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