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#306 of 381 private schools in WA
Lighthouse Christian School
Elementary School
3008 36TH ST NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#306 of 381
In Gig Harbor
#3 of 3
public schools
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Lighthouse Christian School
Elementary School in Gig Harbor · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lighthouse Christian School
Lighthouse Christian School is a private elementary school in Gig Harbor, WA. Lighthouse Christian School serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lighthouse Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #306 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Lighthouse Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Lighthouse Christian School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Gig Harbor, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lighthouse Christian School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Goodman Middle School | 6.4 |
| Harbor Heights Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Artondale Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Discovery Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Harbor Ridge Middle School | 6.6 |
| Swift Water Elementary | 8.8 |
| Kopachuck Middle School | 7.4 |
| Voyager Elementary | 8.1 |
| Purdy Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Minter Creek Elementary | 8.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3008 36TH ST NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lighthouse Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. University Place Primary (rated 9.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby University Pla), which scores notably higher. Another option is Discovery Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Point Defiance Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gig Harbor, see our Gig Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Goodman Middle School Gig Harbor | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Harbor Heights Elementary School Gig Harbor | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Gig Harbor | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST NICHOLAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gig Harbor | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Artondale Elementary School Gig Harbor | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Discovery Elementary School Gig Harbor | 3.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Gig Harbor High Gig Harbor | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Henderson Bay Alt High School Gig Harbor | 3.2 mi | 4.4 |
| GIG HARBOR ACADEMY Gig Harbor | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Gig Harbor | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Harbor Ridge Middle School Gig Harbor | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Science and Math Institute Tacoma | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Geiger Montessori School Tacoma | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Tacoma Online Elementary School Tacoma | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Tacoma Online Middle School Tacoma | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Tacoma Online High School Tacoma | 3.0 mi | — |
| Skyline Elementary School Tacoma | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Point Defiance Elementary School Tacoma | 2.9 mi | 9.2 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tacoma | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| University Place Primary University Pla | 4.1 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,304
Median Home Value
$736,400
Median Rent
$1,971/mo
Population
27,956
College Educated
51.9%
Homeownership
78.3%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
44.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen Elementary Bow, WA | 5.4 |
| Frederickson Elementary Puyallup, WA | 5.4 |
| Harmony Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 5.4 |
| Idlewild Elementary School Lakewood, WA | 5.4 |
| James McGee Elementary Pasco, WA | 5.4 |
| Kendall Elementary Maple Falls, WA | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lighthouse Christian School
What grades does Lighthouse Christian School serve?
Lighthouse Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Lighthouse Christian School?
Lighthouse Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Christian School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lighthouse Christian School rank in WA?
Lighthouse Christian School ranks #306 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Lighthouse Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lighthouse Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lighthouse Christian School a private school?
Yes, Lighthouse Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lighthouse Christian School a religious school?
Lighthouse Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 520
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 858-5962
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