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#146 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 38% of private schools
St Nicholas Catholic School
Elementary School
3555 EDWARDS DR, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#146 of 381
In Gig Harbor
#1 of 3
public schools
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St Nicholas Catholic School
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About St Nicholas Catholic School
St Nicholas Catholic School is a private elementary school in Gig Harbor, WA. St Nicholas Catholic School serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Nicholas Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 137 students, St Nicholas Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St Nicholas Catholic 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 St Nicholas Catholic School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Gig Harbor, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Nicholas Catholic School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Discovery Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Harbor Ridge Middle School | 6.6 |
| Pioneer Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Swift Water Elementary | 8.8 |
| Harbor Heights Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Goodman Middle School | 6.4 |
| Artondale Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Purdy Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Voyager Elementary | 8.1 |
| Kopachuck Middle School | 7.4 |
| 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
3555 EDWARDS DR, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Nicholas Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Discovery Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Point Defiance Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harbor Heights Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gig Harbor, see our Gig Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Gig Harbor | 0.7 mi | — |
| Harbor Ridge Middle School Gig Harbor | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Discovery Elementary School Gig Harbor | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Henderson Bay Alt High School Gig Harbor | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Gig Harbor High Gig Harbor | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Gig Harbor | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Swift Water Elementary Gig Harbor | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Harbor Heights Elementary School Gig Harbor | 2.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Goodman Middle School Gig Harbor | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gig Harbor | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Artondale Elementary School Gig Harbor | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| GIG HARBOR ACADEMY Gig Harbor | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Science and Math Institute Tacoma | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Purdy Elementary School Gig Harbor | 4.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Peninsula High School Gig Harbor | 4.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Point Defiance Elementary School Tacoma | 4.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Tacoma Online Elementary School Tacoma | 5.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Tacoma Online Middle School Tacoma | 5.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Tacoma Online High School Tacoma | 5.0 mi | — |
| Truman Middle School Tacoma | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Nicholas Catholic School
What grades does St Nicholas Catholic School serve?
St Nicholas Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Nicholas Catholic School?
St Nicholas Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Nicholas Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Nicholas Catholic School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Nicholas Catholic School rank in WA?
St Nicholas Catholic School ranks #146 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is St Nicholas Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Nicholas Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Nicholas Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Nicholas Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Nicholas Catholic School a religious school?
St Nicholas Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 137
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 858-7632
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