Galeton Area School District encompasses approximately 325 square miles (840 km2).

[3] According to the Pennsylvania Budget and Policy Center, 57.1% of the Galeton Area School District's pupils lived at 185% or below the Federal Poverty level as shown by their eligibility for the federal free or reduced price school meal programs in 2012.

High school students may choose dual enrollment and half-day vocational training program at Seneca Highlands Area Career and Technical Center, which is located in Port Allegany, McKean County, Pennsylvania.

The Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit IU9 provides the district with a wide variety of services like specialized education for disabled students and hearing, speech and visual disability services and professional development for staff and faculty.

Galeton Area School District offers a variety of clubs, activities and a sports program.