For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,074 students in Gettysburg, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in Gettysburg, PA is Gettysburg Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gettysburg, PA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Gettysburg have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Gettysburg, PA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gettysburg Area High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Gettysburg, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gettysburg Area High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1130 Old Harrisburg Rd
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gr: 9-12 | 1,069 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Adams County Technical Institute
Vocational School
1126 Old Harrisburg Rd
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 398-3178
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 398-3178
Gr: 11-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Gettysburg, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Gettysburg, PA include Gettysburg Area High School.
How many public high schools are located in Gettysburg?
2 public high schools are located in Gettysburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Gettysburg?
Gettysburg public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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