Best 98335 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,043 students in 98335, WA (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,015 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 98335, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
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 41%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98335, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98335, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Artondale Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6219 40th Street Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Voyager Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
10615 Kopachuck Dr Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-4800
Gr: K-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Discovery Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4905 Rosedale St Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1200
Gr: K-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Harbor Heights Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4002 36th St Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1800
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Kopachuck Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
10414 56th St Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
Gig Harbor High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5101 Rosedale St Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,375 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #77.
Goodman Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3701 38th Ave Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 530-1600
Gr: 6-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

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?
81% of all K-12 students in 98335 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
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 53% (majority Hispanic).

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