Garfield Elementary vs North Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 667 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garfield Elementary
Spokane · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
314 students
North Central High School
Spokane · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,647 students
| Measure | Garfield Elementary Spokane, Washington | North Central High School Spokane, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #868 of 1,154 | #157 of 333 |
| National rank | #30355 of 50,301 | #6913 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 314 | 1,647 |
| Enrollment | 314 | 1,647 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.7% | 64.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 48% |
| city | Spokane | Spokane |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.5 vs 42.4).
- •North Central High School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 34%).
- •North Central High School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 48%).
- •North Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.4% vs 78.7%).
- •Garfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 18.5).
- •North Central High School is the larger school with 1,647 students compared with 314.
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 Garfield Elementary better than North Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Central High School ranks higher (55.5 vs 42.4 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 Garfield Elementary and North Central High School?
About 667 m in a straight line, between Spokane and Spokane in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield Elementary: 314. North Central High School: 1,647. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield Elementary and North Central High School rank in Washington?
Garfield Elementary is 868th of 1,154 and North Central High School is 157th of 333 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).