Innovation High School vs North Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Innovation High School
Spokane · Charter high · Grades 9–12
232 students
North Central High School
Spokane · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,647 students
| Measure | Innovation High School Spokane, Washington | North Central High School Spokane, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #147 of 333 | #157 of 333 |
| National rank | #6674 of 16,910 | #6913 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 232 | 1,647 |
| Enrollment | 232 | 1,647 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.9% | 64.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 48% |
| city | Spokane | Spokane |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Innovation High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 55.5).
- •North Central High School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 33%).
- •North Central High School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 61%).
- •Innovation High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.9% vs 64.4%).
- •Innovation High School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 18.5).
- •North Central High School is the larger school with 1,647 students compared with 232.
- •Innovation High School is a charter school while North Central High School is a public 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 Innovation High School better than North Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Innovation High School ranks higher (56.5 vs 55.5 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 Innovation High School and North Central High School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Spokane and Spokane in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Innovation High School: 232. North Central High School: 1,647. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Innovation High School and North Central High School rank in Washington?
Innovation High School is 147th of 333 and North Central High School is 157th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).