For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,631 students in 98332, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98332, WA are Swift Water Elementary School, Purdy Elementary School and Pioneer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98332 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98332, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98332, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Swift Water Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10811 Harbor Hill Drive
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-4900
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-4900
Grades: K-5
| 514 students
Rank: #22.
Purdy Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13815 62nd Ave Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-4600
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-4600
Grades: PK-5
| 509 students
Rank: #33.
Pioneer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8402 Skansie Ave
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-3500
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-3500
Grades: K-5
| 494 students
Rank: #44.
Harbor Ridge Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9010 Prentice Ave
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1900
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1900
Grades: 6-8
| 597 students
Rank: #55.
Peninsula High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14105 Purdy Dr Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-4400
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-4400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,395 students
Rank: #66.
Henderson Bay Alt High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14015 62nd Ave Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Grades: 9-12
| 122 students
98332, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Henderson Bay Hall Program (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
14015 62nd Ave Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 858-5560
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 858-5560
Grades: K-8
| 23 students
Peninsula Alternative Programs (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
8402 Skansie Avenue
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Grades: PK-12
| 118 students
Peninsula Alternative Programs Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
8402 Skansie Avenue
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Grades: 9-12
| 51 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98332, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98332, WA include Swift Water Elementary School, Purdy Elementary School and Pioneer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98332?
6 public schools are located in 98332.
What is the racial composition of students in 98332?
98332 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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