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#224 of 388 private schools in MA

Lighthouse Holyoke

High School

208 RACE ST, Holyoke, MA 01040

Private

Enrollment

55

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#224 of 388

In Holyoke

#5 of 7

public schools

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Lighthouse Holyoke

6.0/10

High School in Holyoke · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lighthouse Holyoke

Lighthouse Holyoke is a private high school in Holyoke, MA. Lighthouse Holyoke serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lighthouse Holyoke has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #224 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.4 pts below MA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 55 students, Lighthouse Holyoke is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Lighthouse Holyoke sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Lighthouse Holyoke is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Lighthouse Holyoke compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Holyoke, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
This School
vs
13.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
55
This School
vs
548
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
4.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 41.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 41.8% vs 0%
Black 5.5% vs 0%
Asian 3.6% vs 0%
Lighthouse Holyoke Holyoke Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Lighthouse Holyoke (this school) 6.0
Holyoke High 5.3
Joseph Metcalf School 2.9
Holyoke Community Charter School 5.0
Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary 5.0
Holyoke STEM Academy 5.5
Gateway to College at Holyoke Community College

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,044
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 63%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Enrollment 55
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 41.8%
Hispanic 41.8%
Black 5.5%
Two or More 5.5%
Asian 3.6%
Native American 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

208 RACE ST, Holyoke, MA 01040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lighthouse Holyoke may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Hadley High (rated 6.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby South Hadley), with a very similar rating. Another option is Chicopee Comprehensive High School (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Chicopee), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Holyoke High (rated 5.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Holyoke, see our Holyoke schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Kelly Elementary Holyoke 0.3 mi 6.7
SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke 0.3 mi 7.7
Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke 0.4 mi 6.5
H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke 0.4 mi 6.7
MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke 0.6 mi 6.3
NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke 0.6 mi 7.3
Holyoke High Holyoke 0.9 mi 5.3
Bellamy Middle Chicopee 1.2 mi 5.4
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Holyoke 1.3 mi 4.7
Joseph Metcalf School Holyoke 1.4 mi 2.9
CENTER SCHOOL Holyoke 1.4 mi 8.2
BLESSED SACRAMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holyoke 1.4 mi 5.1
Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee 1.9 mi 5.5
Holyoke Community Charter School Holyoke 1.6 mi 5.0
Streiber Memorial School Chicopee 1.5 mi 6.5
Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee 1.9 mi 5.7
E N White Elementary Holyoke 1.9 mi 8.2
Fairview Elementary Chicopee 1.6 mi 4.6
ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee 2.2 mi 5.5
South Hadley High South Hadley 2.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,892

Median Home Value

$255,300

Median Rent

$1,016/mo

Population

37,949

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

41.6%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lighthouse Holyoke

What grades does Lighthouse Holyoke serve?

Lighthouse Holyoke serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Lighthouse Holyoke?

Lighthouse Holyoke has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Holyoke?

The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Holyoke is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lighthouse Holyoke rank in MA?

Lighthouse Holyoke ranks #224 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Lighthouse Holyoke's MySchoolScout rating?

Lighthouse Holyoke has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lighthouse Holyoke a private school?

Yes, Lighthouse Holyoke is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Lighthouse Holyoke a religious school?

No, Lighthouse Holyoke is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
55
Gender Split
42% M / 58% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County

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