Lumen High School vs North Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lumen High School
Spokane · Charter high · Grades 9–12
32 students
North Central High School
Spokane · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,647 students
| Measure | Lumen High School Spokane, Washington | North Central High School Spokane, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | – | #157 of 333 |
| National rank | – | #6913 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 32 | 1,647 |
| Enrollment | 32 | 1,647 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 64.4% |
| Students per teacher | 6.4 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 76% |
| Math proficiency | – | 48% |
| city | Spokane | Spokane |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.5 vs 36.0).
- •North Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.4% vs 78.1%).
- •Lumen High School does better on students per teacher (6.4 vs 18.5).
- •North Central High School is the larger school with 1,647 students compared with 32.
- •Lumen 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 Lumen High School better than North Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Central High School ranks higher (55.5 vs 36.0 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 Lumen High School and North Central High School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Spokane and Spokane in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lumen High School: 32. North Central High School: 1,647. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lumen High School and North Central High School rank in Washington?
Lumen High School is unranked and North Central High School is 157th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).