Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Harbor Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harbor Ridge Middle School serves the northeast part of Gig Harbor, WA, covering an area of approximately 27.9 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harbor Ridge Middle School's student population of 627 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Harbor Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor Ridge Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#575 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
73%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Harbor Ridge Middle School is ranked #575 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Harbor Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Harbor Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goodman Middle School, Kopachuck Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Harbor Ridge Middle School?
627 students attend Harbor Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Harbor Ridge Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harbor Ridge Middle School?
Harbor Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harbor Ridge Middle School offer ?
Harbor Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harbor Ridge Middle School part of?
Harbor Ridge Middle School is part of Peninsula School District.
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