For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 714 students in 98332, WA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 98332, WA are Harbor Ridge Middle School and Peninsula Alternative Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98332 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98332, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98332, WA Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harbor Ridge Middle School
Magnet 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
| 596 students
Rank: #22.
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 middle schools in 98332, WA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 98332, WA include Harbor Ridge Middle School and Peninsula Alternative Programs.
How many public middle schools are located in 98332?
2 public middle schools are located in 98332.
What is the racial composition of students in 98332?
98332 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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