Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James Gettys Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: James Gettys Elementary School serves the eastern part of Gettysburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 37.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically reside within a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Gettys Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James Gettys Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Gettys Elementary 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 James Gettys Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1036 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
68%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Gettys Elementary School's ranking?
James Gettys Elementary School is ranked #1036 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are James Gettys Elementary School often compared to?
James Gettys Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Franklin Twp Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend James Gettys Elementary School?
334 students attend James Gettys Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of James Gettys Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 James Gettys Elementary School?
James Gettys Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does James Gettys Elementary School offer ?
James Gettys Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Gettys Elementary School part of?
James Gettys Elementary School is part of Gettysburg Area School District.
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