Gettysburg Area HS

School Overview
Gettysburg Area High School, located at 1130 Old Harrisburg Road in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Gettysburg Area School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic program for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous core coursework, elective opportunities, and career and technical education pathways. The campus environment is designed to foster both intellectual growth and personal development, encouraging students to engage with their studies while participating in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, the arts, and student-led organizations.

Beyond its standard curriculum, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, often leveraging its historic location to provide unique learning opportunities. Gettysburg Area High School emphasizes a culture of community, resilience, and academic excellence, aiming to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped to navigate the challenges of a global society. By balancing modern educational standards with the traditional values of the Adams County region, the school strives to support the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining a focus on long-term student achievement and engagement.
1,069
Total Students
74.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gettysburg Area HS
Demographic Student Count
White762
Hispanic189
Black50
Asian21
Two or More43
American Indian4
  • White
    762 (71.3%)
  • Hispanic
    189 (17.7%)
  • Black
    50 (4.7%)
  • Two or More
    43 (4.0%)
  • Asian
    21 (2.0%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Gettysburg Area SD
Phone: (717)334-6254
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,069
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 74.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 274
Grade 10 269
Grade 11 257
Grade 12 269

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gettysburg Area HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9274
Grade 10269
Grade 11257
Grade 12269
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gettysburg Area HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female50046.8%
Male56953.2%