Decatur High School vs Peninsula High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 21 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Decatur High School
Federal Way · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,352 students
Peninsula High School
Gig Harbor · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,345 students
| Measure | Decatur High School Federal Way, Washington | Peninsula High School Gig Harbor, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #287 of 333 | #70 of 333 |
| National rank | #12278 of 16,910 | #3971 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,352 | 1,345 |
| Enrollment | 1,352 | 1,345 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 26.1% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 48% |
| city | Federal Way | Gig Harbor |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peninsula High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 34.6).
- •Peninsula High School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 23%).
- •Peninsula High School does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 59%).
- •Peninsula High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.1% vs 64.8%).
- •Decatur High School does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 21.3).
- •Decatur High School is the larger school with 1,352 students compared with 1,345.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Decatur High School better than Peninsula High School?
On the Success Index (US), Peninsula High School ranks higher (67.4 vs 34.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Decatur High School and Peninsula High School?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Federal Way and Gig Harbor in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Decatur High School: 1,352. Peninsula High School: 1,345. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Decatur High School and Peninsula High School rank in Washington?
Decatur High School is 287th of 333 and Peninsula High School is 70th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).