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#26 of 60 private schools in MT
Top 42% of private schools
Loyola Sacred Heart High School
High School
320 EDITH ST, Missoula, MT 59801
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Montana private schools
#26 of 60
In Missoula
#4 of 6
public schools
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About Loyola Sacred Heart High School
Loyola Sacred Heart High School is a private high school in Missoula, MT. Loyola Sacred Heart High School serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Loyola Sacred Heart High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 60 private schools in MT.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- MT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 181 students, Loyola Sacred Heart High School 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.
Loyola Sacred Heart High School 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
BetaHow Loyola Sacred Heart High School compares to the 24 public schools in Missoula, MT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Missoula
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Loyola Sacred Heart High School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Hellgate High School | 6.5 |
| Paxson School | 8.6 |
| Washington Middle School | 6.8 |
| Sentinel High School | 5.8 |
| Franklin School | 6.7 |
| Lewis & Clark School | 8.6 |
| Lowell School | 5.7 |
| Russell School | 7.6 |
| Porter Middle School | 5.6 |
| Hawthorne School | 8.5 |
| Rattlesnake Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Meadow Hill Middle School | 6.5 |
| Big Sky High School | 6.1 |
| Chief Charlo School | 8.0 |
| Hellgate El Primary Grades | 7.5 |
| Hellgate Elem Lower Grades | 7.4 |
| Hellgate El Intermediate | 6.7 |
| Hellgate Middle School | 7.5 |
| Target Range School | 8.0 |
| Target Range 7-8 | 6.5 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Missoula
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 MT.
Data Unavailable
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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 MT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
320 EDITH ST, Missoula, MT 59801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loyola Sacred Heart High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hellgate High School (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sentinel High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Missoula, see our Missoula schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Missoula | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Hellgate High School Missoula | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Paxson School Missoula | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| MISSOULA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Missoula | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Washington Middle School Missoula | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Sentinel High School Missoula | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Lewis & Clark School Missoula | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Lowell School Missoula | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| SUSSEX SCHOOL Missoula | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Franklin School Missoula | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| GARDEN CITY MONTESSORI Missoula | 1.6 mi | — |
| Russell School Missoula | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| BRIGHTWAYS GLOBAL ACADEMY Missoula | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Missoula | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Porter Middle School Missoula | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| MISSOULA VALLEY MONTESSORI Missoula | 2.4 mi | — |
| CLARK FORK SCHOOL Missoula | 2.5 mi | — |
| Rattlesnake Elementary School Missoula | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN CLASSICAL SCHOOL Missoula | 2.3 mi | — |
| Meadow Hill Middle School Missoula | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,022
Median Home Value
$393,400
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
31,127
College Educated
51.4%
Homeownership
40.8%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
31.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ennis High School Ennis, MT | 6.7 |
| Glasgow High School Glasgow, MT | 6.9 |
| Red Lodge High School Red Lodge, MT | 7.0 |
| Troy High School Troy, MT | 6.5 |
| Huntley Project High Schl Worden, MT | 7.2 |
| St Ignatius High School St. Ignatius, MT | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loyola Sacred Heart High School
What grades does Loyola Sacred Heart High School serve?
Loyola Sacred Heart High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Loyola Sacred Heart High School?
Loyola Sacred Heart High School has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loyola Sacred Heart High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Loyola Sacred Heart High School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Loyola Sacred Heart High School rank in MT?
Loyola Sacred Heart High School ranks #26 of 60 private schools in MT.
What is Loyola Sacred Heart High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Loyola Sacred Heart High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Loyola Sacred Heart High School a private school?
Yes, Loyola Sacred Heart High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Loyola Sacred Heart High School a religious school?
Loyola Sacred Heart High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 181
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Missoula County
- Phone
- (406) 549-6101
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