Excellent
#179 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 8% in state
Swift Water Elementary
Elementary School · Peninsula School District
10811 Harbor Hill Drive, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#179 of 2,228
In Gig Harbor
#3 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 17
Peninsula School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Swift Water Elementary
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About Swift Water Elementary
Swift Water Elementary is a public elementary school in Gig Harbor, WA, part of Peninsula School District. Swift Water Elementary serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Swift Water Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #179 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Swift Water Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Swift Water Elementary — Students at Swift Water Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Swift Water Elementary Compares
See how Swift Water Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10811 Harbor Hill Drive, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Swift Water Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Discovery Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Harbor Heights Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Olalla Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Port Orchard), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gig Harbor, see our Gig Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harbor Ridge Middle School Gig Harbor | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Gig Harbor | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Henderson Bay Alt High School Gig Harbor | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Discovery Elementary School Gig Harbor | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Gig Harbor High Gig Harbor | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ST NICHOLAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gig Harbor | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Purdy Elementary School Gig Harbor | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Peninsula High School Gig Harbor | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Gig Harbor | 2.7 mi | — |
| Harbor Heights Elementary School Gig Harbor | 4.4 mi | 9.1 |
| BURLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Port Orchard | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Goodman Middle School Gig Harbor | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Artondale Elementary School Gig Harbor | 4.4 mi | 8.3 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gig Harbor | 4.6 mi | 5.4 |
| MONTESSORI FARMHOUSE Port Orchard | 5.0 mi | — |
| GIG HARBOR ACADEMY Gig Harbor | 5.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Olalla Elementary School Port Orchard | 5.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Science and Math Institute Tacoma | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Voyager Elementary Gig Harbor | 4.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Kopachuck Middle School Gig Harbor | 5.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,827
Median Home Value
$686,900
Median Rent
$2,373/mo
Population
19,784
College Educated
52.4%
Homeownership
82.3%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
48.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryant Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.8 |
| Carter Lake Elementary School Jblm Mcchord Field, WA | 8.8 |
| Cascade Elementary East Wenatchee, WA | 8.8 |
| Cedar Wood Elementary Bothell, WA | 8.8 |
| Clark Elementary Issaquah, WA | 8.8 |
| Emily Dickinson Elementary Redmond, WA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Swift Water Elementary
What grades does Swift Water Elementary serve?
Swift Water Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Swift Water Elementary?
Swift Water Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Swift Water Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Swift Water Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Swift Water Elementary rank in WA?
Swift Water Elementary ranks #179 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Swift Water Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Swift Water Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Swift Water Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Swift Water Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Swift Water Elementary a charter school?
No, Swift Water Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Swift Water Elementary a Title I school?
No, Swift Water Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Swift Water Elementary?
16.7% of students at Swift Water Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (253) 530-4900
Resources & Links
District
Peninsula School District- District Enrollment
- 9,069
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,219
- District Rank
- #3 of 17
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