Serving 1,595 students in grades 7-12, North Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 1% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Central High School's student population of 1,595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Central High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)48%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
67%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Central High School's ranking?
North Central High School is ranked #650 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are North Central High School often compared to?
North Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadle Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Central High School?
The graduation rate of North Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Central High School?
1,595 students attend North Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of North Central High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Central High School?
North Central High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Central High School offer ?
North Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Central High School part of?
North Central High School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is North Central High School located?
North Central High School is located in the Emerson Garfield neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Emerson Garfield.
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