For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,600 students in 98332, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in 98332, WA are Peninsula High School, Henderson Bay Alt High School and Peninsula Alternative Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98332 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Washington public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98332, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98332 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Peninsula High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98332, WA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Peninsula High School
Magnet 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
| 1,372 students
Rank: #22.
Henderson Bay Alt High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet 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
| 110 students
Rank: #33.
Peninsula Alternative Programs
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8402 Skansie Avenue
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Grades: PK-12
| 118 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 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 high schools in 98332, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98332, WA include Peninsula High School, Henderson Bay Alt High School and Peninsula Alternative Programs.
How many public high schools are located in 98332?
3 public high schools are located in 98332.
What is the racial composition of students in 98332?
98332 public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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