North Central High School vs The Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Washington, United States, 603 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Central High School
Spokane · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,647 students
The Community School
Spokane · Public high · Grades 9–12
165 students
| Measure | North Central High School Spokane, Washington | The Community School Spokane, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #157 of 333 | #77 of 333 |
| National rank | #6913 of 16,910 | #4130 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,647 | 165 |
| Enrollment | 1,647 | 165 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.4% | 49.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 84.5% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 54.5% |
| city | Spokane | Spokane |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Community School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.7 vs 55.5).
- •The Community School does better on math proficiency (54.5% vs 48%).
- •The Community School does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 76%).
- •The Community School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.1% vs 64.4%).
- •The Community School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 18.5).
- •North Central High School is the larger school with 1,647 students compared with 165.
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 North Central High School better than The Community School?
On the Success Index (US), The Community School ranks higher (66.7 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 North Central High School and The Community School?
About 603 m in a straight line, between Spokane and Spokane in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Central High School: 1,647. The Community School: 165. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Central High School and The Community School rank in Washington?
North Central High School is 157th of 333 and The Community School is 77th of 333 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).