Hershey Public Schools

Hershey Public Schools, a small district in Nebraska, operates two schools: Hershey Elementary School and Hershey High School. While the elementary school is a standout performer, the high school has had more variable results, indicating room for improvement.

Hershey Elementary School consistently ranks in the top 25% of Nebraska elementary schools, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school outperforms the state average on standardized tests, with 65-77% proficiency in English Language Arts and 60-76% proficiency in Mathematics. Additionally, the school has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 21.1% and spends $16,185 per student, which is higher than the state average.

In contrast, Hershey High School has had a more mixed performance, with its statewide ranking fluctuating over the past few years. While the school's ACT test scores are above the state average, they show room for improvement, with 52-64% proficiency across English, Math, and Science. The school also has a relatively high chronic absenteeism rate of 21.1%. However, the high school does have a strong four-year graduation rate of 88.1%.