Gettysburg Area High School is a public high school located in Straban Township, Pennsylvania, United States, with a Gettysburg postal address. It serves students from central, southern, and western Adams County, and is the sole high school operated by the Gettysburg Area School District.
Serving 1,069 students in grades 9-12, Gettysburg Area High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,069 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gettysburg Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gettysburg Area High School's student population of 1,069 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,069 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
A Great Place To Learn
School Rankings
Gettysburg Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gettysburg Area High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#923 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gettysburg Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gettysburg Area High School's ranking?
Gettysburg Area High School is ranked #923 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gettysburg Area High School often compared to?
Gettysburg Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Littlestown Sr. High School, New Oxford Sr. High School, Fairfield Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gettysburg Area High School?
The graduation rate of Gettysburg Area High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gettysburg Area High School?
1,069 students attend Gettysburg Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Gettysburg Area High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gettysburg Area High School?
Gettysburg Area High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gettysburg Area High School offer ?
Gettysburg Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gettysburg Area High School part of?
Gettysburg Area High School is part of Gettysburg Area School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great School, didn't realize the difference compared to other schools until we moved. A school that does the most with its tax dollars.
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