Peninsula School District

District Overview
Headquartered at 14015 62nd Ave NW in Gig Harbor, Washington, Peninsula School District serves as a cornerstone of public education within a large suburban community in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metropolitan region. Operating as an active, traditional public school system, the district encompasses 17 operational schools designed to support learners at every stage of their academic development. With a comprehensive grade range extending from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, the district caters to a vibrant student body of 9,015 children and young adults, offering a cohesive educational pathway from early childhood programs to high school graduation.

Behind this diverse student body is a dynamic workforce comprising over 1,900 full-time equivalent staff members. Classroom instruction is anchored by nearly 958 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by approximately 103 instructional aides and more than 840 operational and student support personnel dedicated to fostering a safe, enriching learning environment. For families, students, and educational researchers, Peninsula School District stands out as a well-resourced suburban district committed to academic growth, robust staffing support, and strong community connections.
17
Total Schools
9,015
Total Students
958.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Peninsula School District
Demographic Student Count
White6,740
Hispanic990
Black62
Asian175
Two or More979
American Indian28
Pacific Islander22
  • White
    6,740 (74.9%)
  • Hispanic
    990 (11.0%)
  • Two or More
    979 (10.9%)
  • Asian
    175 (1.9%)
  • Black
    62 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    28 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    22 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Peninsula School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary10
Middle4
High3
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:17
Students:9,015*
Teachers (FTE):958.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:9.4
Schools in Peninsula School District
Found 18 Schools