For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,905 students in 17325, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17325, PA are Gettysburg Area Middle School, James Gettys Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17325 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17325, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17325, PA Public Elementary 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 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
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 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
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 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
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 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Vida Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Eisenhower Center
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-3643
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 334-3643
Gr: K-6 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17325, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17325, PA include Gettysburg Area Middle School, James Gettys Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17325?
5 public elementary schools are located in 17325.
What is the racial composition of students in 17325?
17325 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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