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Gettysburg Area High School

Gettysburg Area SD · Adams County · 1130 Old Harrisburg Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325.0

(717)334-6254

7/10
#198
Rank 198 out of 625
Top 32%
English Language Arts6/10 · #275 · 56th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #154 · 76th percentile
Science8/10 · #138 · 78th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Gettysburg Area High School sits in one of Pennsylvania's most historically rich small towns, where the Civil War battlefield is literally in your backyard — and that sense of place tends to seep into the school's identity in a meaningful way. The school punches above its weight in math and science, making it a solid fit for families who want a well-rounded public school experience without the pressure of a big suburban district. If you're drawn to a tight-knit community with genuine small-town character, Adams County charm, and easy access to both Harrisburg and the Maryland border, Gettysburg delivers a grounded, community-oriented high school experience that's hard to replicate elsewhere.

Student Demographics

241 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
175 (73%)
Hispanic
39 (16%)
African American
16 (7%)
Multiple Races
7 (3%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners4 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged97 (40%)
Students with Disabilities24 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,093
Enrollment
92.9
Teachers (FTE)
11.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

96.8%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

22
AP Courses
offered
13.4%
AP Participation
of students
137
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs5/10 · #339 · 49th percentile

32 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found