Arcata High vs Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 771 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcata High
Arcata · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,007 students
Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy
Arcata · Charter high · Grades 6–12
118 students
| Measure | Arcata High Arcata, California | Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy Arcata, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #261 of 1,343 | #140 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #6226 of 16,910 | #3853 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,007 | 118 |
| Enrollment | 1,007 | 118 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.3% | 33.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 47% |
| city | Arcata | Arcata |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.9 vs 58.3).
- •Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy does better on math proficiency (47% vs 38%).
- •Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 75%).
- •Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.1% vs 40.3%).
- •Arcata High does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 19.7).
- •Arcata High is the larger school with 1,007 students compared with 118.
- •Arcata High is a public school while Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Arcata High better than Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy ranks higher (67.9 vs 58.3 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 Arcata High and Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy?
About 771 m in a straight line, between Arcata and Arcata in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcata High: 1,007. Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy: 118. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcata High and Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy rank in California?
Arcata High is 261st of 1,343 and Northcoast Preparatory and Performing Arts Academy is 140th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).