Discovery Elementary School
316 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Discovery Elementary School, located in the Peninsula School District in Gig Harbor, Washington, is a public elementary school serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. Known for its strong sense of community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The campus is designed to facilitate collaborative learning, and the school is deeply integrated into the suburban Gig Harbor area, benefiting from active parental involvement and a committed teaching staff.
The school’s curriculum is aligned with Washington State standards, with a notable emphasis on building foundational literacy and numeracy skills while incorporating enrichment opportunities. Beyond the classroom, Discovery Elementary is recognized for its inclusive culture and various extracurricular programs that encourage students to explore interests in arts, sciences, and physical fitness. By prioritizing a "whole child" approach, the school aims to prepare its students not only for the academic demands of middle school but also to become responsible and thoughtful members of the local community.
The school’s curriculum is aligned with Washington State standards, with a notable emphasis on building foundational literacy and numeracy skills while incorporating enrichment opportunities. Beyond the classroom, Discovery Elementary is recognized for its inclusive culture and various extracurricular programs that encourage students to explore interests in arts, sciences, and physical fitness. By prioritizing a "whole child" approach, the school aims to prepare its students not only for the academic demands of middle school but also to become responsible and thoughtful members of the local community.
316
Total Students
21.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 247 |
| Hispanic | 35 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 25 |
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White247 (78.2 %)
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Hispanic35 (11.1 %)
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Two or More25 (7.9 %)
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Asian6 (1.9 %)
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Black3 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Peninsula School District |
| Phone: | (253)530-1200 |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 316 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 21.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 68 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 28 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
62
Grade 1
50
Grade 2
49
Grade 3
61
Grade 4
47
Grade 5
47
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 62 |
| Grade 1 | 50 |
| Grade 2 | 49 |
| Grade 3 | 61 |
| Grade 4 | 47 |
| Grade 5 | 47 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 151 | 47.8% |
| Male | 165 | 52.2% |
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