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Discovery Elementary School

4905 Rosedale St Nw, Gig Harbor, WA 98335, United States

+1 (253) 530-1200

4.9

Overall Rating

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Discovery Elementary School Overview

About This School

Discovery Elementary School is a public elementary in Gig Harbor, Washington, serving 380 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 72% in ELA and 75% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1, supported by a staff of 21 teachers who earn an average annual salary of $89,551. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population is evenly divided between male and female students. Demographically, the school is 76% White, 11% Hispanic, 9% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian.

380

Total Students

K-5

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

21 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts72%

Mathematics0%

Science74.5%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-5

County

Pierce County

Students per Counselor

380:1

Discovery Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

72%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 69%State Avg: 52%

N/A

Mathematics

74.5%

Science

City Avg: 68%State Avg: 49%

Class Information

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 18.1:1

State Avg: 19:1

380

Students per Counselor

Discovery Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$89,551

City Avg: $89,551

State Avg: $93,190

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio18:1

Students per Counselor380:1

Discovery Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.26%

Male

49.74%

Female

Total Enrollment: 380 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White76.05%

Hispanic11.32%

Asian2.37%

Black0%

Two or More Races9.21%

Native American0.79%

Discovery Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Discovery Elementary School

Q: What is Discovery Elementary School?

A: Discovery Elementary School is a elementary public located in Gig Harbor.

Q: How many students attend Discovery Elementary School?

A: Discovery Elementary School has approximately 380 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Elementary School is 18:1.

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Detailed Information about Discovery Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Discovery Elementary School - Gig Harbor, WA

Quick Facts about Discovery Elementary School
School Name	Discovery Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-5
Location	4905 Rosedale St Nw, Gig Harbor, WA 98335, Gig Harbor, WA
County	Pierce County
Phone	+1 (253) 530-1200
Total Students	380
Student-Teacher Ratio	18:1
Full-Time Teachers	21
Rating	4.9/10
ELA Proficiency	72%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	74.5%

Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery Elementary School

What is Discovery Elementary School?

Discovery Elementary School is a elementary public located in Gig Harbor.

How many students attend Discovery Elementary School?

Discovery Elementary School has approximately 380 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Elementary School is 18:1.

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