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.
1,024
Total Students
78.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gettysburg Area HS
Demographic Student Count
White759
Hispanic161
Black50
Asian19
Two or More33
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    759 (74.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    161 (15.7 %)
  • Black
    50 (4.9 %)
  • Two or More
    33 (3.2 %)
  • Asian
    19 (1.9 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
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: 1,024
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 78.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 265
Grade 10 278
Grade 11 250
Grade 12 231

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gettysburg Area HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9265
Grade 10278
Grade 11250
Grade 12231
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gettysburg Area HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female49047.9%
Male53452.1%