For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,964 students in 98335, WA (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,176 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 98335, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98335, WA are Artondale Elementary School, Voyager Elementary School and Discovery Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98335 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98335, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98335, WA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Artondale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6219 40th Street Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1100
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1100
Grades: PK-5
| 402 students
Rank: #22.
Voyager Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10615 Kopachuck Dr Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-4800
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-4800
Grades: K-5
| 457 students
Rank: #33.
Discovery Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4905 Rosedale St Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1200
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1200
Grades: K-5
| 316 students
Rank: #44.
Gig Harbor High School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5101 Rosedale St Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1400
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,435 students
Rank: #55.
Harbor Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4002 36th St Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1800
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1800
Grades: PK-5
| 433 students
Rank: #66.
Kopachuck Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10414 56th St Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-4100
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-4100
Grades: 6-8
| 462 students
Rank: #77.
Goodman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3701 38th Ave Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1600
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1600
Grades: 6-8
| 459 students
98335, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3993 Hunt St
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 851-2424
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 851-2424
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98335, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98335, WA include Artondale Elementary School, Voyager Elementary School and Discovery Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98335?
7 public schools are located in 98335.
What percentage of students in 98335 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 98335 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98335?
98335 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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