Serving 1,408 students in grades 9-12, Gig Harbor High School ranks in the top 20% 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 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 1,408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gig Harbor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gig Harbor High School's student population of 1,408 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gig Harbor High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gig Harbor High School is 0.38, 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
#367 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)87%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
78%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gig Harbor High School's ranking?
Gig Harbor High School is ranked #367 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Gig Harbor High School often compared to?
Gig Harbor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peninsula High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gig Harbor High School?
The graduation rate of Gig Harbor High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gig Harbor High School?
1,408 students attend Gig Harbor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Gig Harbor High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gig Harbor High School?
Gig Harbor High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gig Harbor High School offer ?
Gig Harbor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gig Harbor High School part of?
Gig Harbor High School is part of Peninsula School District.
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