Hershey MS vs Palmyra Area MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hershey MS
Hershey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
742 students
Palmyra Area MS
Palmyra · Public middle · Grades 6–8
820 students
| Measure | Hershey MS Hershey, Pennsylvania | Palmyra Area MS Palmyra, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #50 of 521 | #99 of 521 |
| National rank | #952 of 15,369 | #1860 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 742 | 820 |
| Enrollment | 742 | 820 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.2% | 30.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 54% |
| city | Hershey | Palmyra |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hershey MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.5 vs 77.8).
- •Hershey MS does better on math proficiency (58% vs 54%).
- •Hershey MS does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 76%).
- •Hershey MS does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.7).
- •Palmyra Area MS is the larger school with 820 students compared with 742.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hershey MS better than Palmyra Area MS?
On the Success Index (US), Hershey MS ranks higher (83.5 vs 77.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hershey MS and Palmyra Area MS?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Hershey and Palmyra in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hershey MS: 742. Palmyra Area MS: 820. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hershey MS and Palmyra Area MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Hershey MS is 50th of 521 and Palmyra Area MS is 99th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).