Serving 1,452 students in grades 9-12, Peninsula High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peninsula High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Peninsula High School's student population of 1,452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peninsula High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peninsula High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#613 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)48%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peninsula High School's ranking?
Peninsula High School is ranked #613 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Peninsula High School often compared to?
Peninsula High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gig Harbor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peninsula High School?
The graduation rate of Peninsula High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Peninsula High School?
1,452 students attend Peninsula High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Peninsula High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peninsula High School?
Peninsula High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Peninsula High School offer ?
Peninsula High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peninsula High School part of?
Peninsula High School is part of Peninsula School District.
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