For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 602 students in 98332, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98332, WA are Purdy Elementary School and Peninsula Alternative Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98332 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98332, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98332, WA Public Preschools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Purdy Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 484 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 preschools in 98332, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98332, WA include Purdy Elementary School and Peninsula Alternative Programs.
How many public preschools are located in 98332?
2 public preschools are located in 98332.
What is the racial composition of students in 98332?
98332 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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