Minter Creek Elementary School

12617 118th Ave Nw
Gig Harbor, WA 98329
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Minter Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 50% in WA
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Minter Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Minter Creek Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026

School Rankings

Minter Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minter Creek Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#907 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
40-44%
41%
50-54%
53%
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Peninsula School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Dolphins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Minter Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Minter Creek Elementary School is ranked #907 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Minter Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Minter Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Purdy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Minter Creek Elementary School?
288 students attend Minter Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Minter Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minter Creek Elementary School?
Minter Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Minter Creek Elementary School offer ?
Minter Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minter Creek Elementary School part of?
Minter Creek Elementary School is part of Peninsula School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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