Gig Harbor High

5101 Rosedale St NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98335

1,435 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Gig Harbor High School, located in the scenic waterfront community of Gig Harbor, Washington, serves as a cornerstone of the Peninsula School District. Known for its strong academic tradition and vibrant campus culture, the school consistently prioritizes preparing students for post-secondary success through a diverse range of rigorous coursework, including Advanced Placement (AP) programs and vocational pathways. The school’s environment is designed to foster both intellectual growth and character development, supported by a dedicated faculty committed to student achievement.

Beyond the classroom, Gig Harbor High School is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular program, which includes competitive athletics, performing arts, and a variety of student-led clubs. The "Tide" spirit is a defining feature of the school, with a community-focused atmosphere that emphasizes inclusivity, school pride, and civic engagement. By balancing high academic standards with a wide array of opportunities for personal exploration, the school provides a comprehensive educational experience that encourages students to become active, well-rounded members of their community.

1,435

Total Students

58.9

Full-Time Teachers

24.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

14.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gig Harbor High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,112
Hispanic	136
Black	15
Asian	23
Two or More	137
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	3

White
1,112 (77.8 %)
Two or More
137 (9.6 %)
Hispanic
136 (9.5 %)
Asian
23 (1.6 %)
Black
15 (1.0 %)
American Indian
3 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Peninsula School District
Phone:	(253)530-1400
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,435
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	58.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	158
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	48

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 361

Grade 10 331

Grade 11 373

Grade 12 370