Gig Harbor High School is a public high school in the Peninsula School District in Gig Harbor, Washington. The school opened in September 1979. The school enrolls 1611 students in ninth through twelfth grades.
Serving 1,439 students in grades 9-12, Gig Harbor High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gig Harbor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gig Harbor High School's student population of 1,439 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Rankings
Gig Harbor High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gig Harbor High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
77%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tide Guy
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gig Harbor High School's ranking?
Gig Harbor High School is ranked #252 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Gig Harbor High School often compared to?
Gig Harbor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peninsula High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gig Harbor High School?
The graduation rate of Gig Harbor High School is 94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gig Harbor High School?
1,439 students attend Gig Harbor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Gig Harbor High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gig Harbor High School?
Gig Harbor High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gig Harbor High School offer ?
Gig Harbor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gig Harbor High School part of?
Gig Harbor High School is part of Peninsula School District.
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