For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 509 students in 98332, WA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 98332, WA is Purdy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 98332 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98332, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98332, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Purdy Elementary School
(Math: 66% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
98332, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-8 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Peninsula Alternative Programs (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
8402 Skansie Avenue
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 530-1700
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students Minority enrollment: 27%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 51 students Minority enrollment: 22%
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.
How many public preschools are located in 98332?
1 public preschools are located in 98332.
What is the racial composition of students in 98332?
98332 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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