For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,594 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 54% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), 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 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98332, WA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swift Water Elementary School
(Math: 69% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Purdy Elementary School
(Math: 66% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Pioneer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Peninsula High School
(Math: 43% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 1,345 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Harbor Ridge Middle School
(Math: 46% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
98332, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-8 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Peninsula Alternative Programs (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
8402 Skansie Avenue
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students Minority enrollment: 27%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 51 students Minority enrollment: 22%
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 53% (majority Hispanic).
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