Peninsula High School vs White River High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 49 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peninsula High School
Gig Harbor · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,345 students
White River High School
Buckley · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,340 students
| Measure | Peninsula High School Gig Harbor, Washington | White River High School Buckley, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #70 of 333 | #90 of 333 |
| National rank | #3971 of 16,910 | #4820 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,345 | 1,340 |
| Enrollment | 1,345 | 1,340 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.1% | 31.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 23.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 46% |
| city | Gig Harbor | Buckley |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peninsula High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 63.9).
- •Peninsula High School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 46%).
- •Peninsula High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.1% vs 31.3%).
- •Peninsula High School does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 23.1).
- •Peninsula High School is the larger school with 1,345 students compared with 1,340.
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 Peninsula High School better than White River High School?
On the Success Index (US), Peninsula High School ranks higher (67.4 vs 63.9 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 Peninsula High School and White River High School?
About 49 km in a straight line, between Gig Harbor and Buckley in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peninsula High School: 1,345. White River High School: 1,340. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peninsula High School and White River High School rank in Washington?
Peninsula High School is 70th of 333 and White River High School is 90th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).