Serving 646 students in grades 6-8, Gettysburg Area Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gettysburg Area Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 176.8 square miles in and around Gettysburg, PA. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of around 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gettysburg Area Middle School's student population of 646 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
646 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gettysburg Area Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gettysburg Area Middle School is 0.44, 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
#752 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and White
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gettysburg Area Middle School's ranking?
Gettysburg Area Middle School is ranked #752 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gettysburg Area Middle School often compared to?
Gettysburg Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Area Middle School, Upper Adams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gettysburg Area Middle School?
646 students attend Gettysburg Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Gettysburg Area Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gettysburg Area Middle School?
Gettysburg Area Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gettysburg Area Middle School offer ?
Gettysburg Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gettysburg Area Middle School part of?
Gettysburg Area Middle School is part of Gettysburg Area School District.
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