Discovery Elementary School vs Harbor Heights Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Discovery Elementary School
Gig Harbor · Public elementary · Grades K–5
380 students
Harbor Heights Elementary School
Gig Harbor · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
397 students
| Measure | Discovery Elementary School Gig Harbor, Washington | Harbor Heights Elementary School Gig Harbor, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #148 of 1,154 | #231 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #5408 of 50,301 | #8073 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 380 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.3% | 20.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 63% |
| city | Gig Harbor | Gig Harbor |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Discovery Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.2 vs 74.8).
- •Discovery Elementary School does better on math proficiency (76% vs 63%).
- •Discovery Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 70%).
- •Harbor Heights Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.9% vs 25.3%).
- •Harbor Heights Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 18.1).
- •Harbor Heights Elementary School is the larger school with 397 students compared with 380.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Discovery Elementary School better than Harbor Heights Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Discovery Elementary School ranks higher (79.2 vs 74.8 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 Discovery Elementary School and Harbor Heights Elementary School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Gig Harbor and Gig Harbor in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Discovery Elementary School: 380. Harbor Heights Elementary School: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Discovery Elementary School and Harbor Heights Elementary School rank in Washington?
Discovery Elementary School is 148th of 1,154 and Harbor Heights Elementary School is 231st of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).