Central Valley High School vs North Thurston High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 430 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Valley High School
Spokane Valley · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,380 students
North Thurston High School
Lacey · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,378 students
| Measure | Central Valley High School Spokane Valley, Washington | North Thurston High School Lacey, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #85 of 333 | #130 of 333 |
| National rank | #4614 of 16,910 | #6240 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,380 | 1,378 |
| Enrollment | 1,380 | 1,378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.4% | 50.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 48% |
| city | Spokane Valley | Lacey |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Valley High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.6 vs 58.3).
- •Central Valley High School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 48%).
- •Central Valley High School does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 77%).
- •Central Valley High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.4% vs 50.2%).
- •North Thurston High School does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 22.3).
- •Central Valley High School is the larger school with 1,380 students compared with 1,378.
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 Central Valley High School better than North Thurston High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Valley High School ranks higher (64.6 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 Central Valley High School and North Thurston High School?
About 430 km in a straight line, between Spokane Valley and Lacey in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Valley High School: 1,380. North Thurston High School: 1,378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Valley High School and North Thurston High School rank in Washington?
Central Valley High School is 85th of 333 and North Thurston High School is 130th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).