For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,970 students in 17325, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 372 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 17325, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17325, PA are Gettysburg Area Middle School, Gettysburg Area High School and James Gettys Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17325 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17325, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17325, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gettysburg Area Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
37 Lefever St
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gr: 6-8 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
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 | 1,043 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
James Gettys Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
898 Biglerville Rd
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gr: K-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
98 Lefever Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gr: K-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
Gettysburg Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
888 Coleman Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-1120
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-1120
Gr: K-6 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Vida Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Eisenhower Center, 120 E Broad
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-3643
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-3643
Gr: K-6 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
17325, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
120 East Broadway
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gr: K-3 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
157 Lefever St
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-6254
Gr: 2-3 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17325, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17325, PA include Gettysburg Area Middle School, Gettysburg Area High School and James Gettys Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17325?
7 public schools are located in 17325.
What percentage of students in 17325 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 17325 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17325?
17325 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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