Sentinel High School is a four-year public high school in the western United States, located in Missoula, Montana. In the Missoula County Public Schools District No. 1., Sentinel has approximately 1,300 students, and a faculty of approximately 100.
Serving 1,386 students in grades 9-12, Sentinel High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 20% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sentinel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sentinel High School's student population of 1,386 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Sentinel High School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sentinel High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#266 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
2%
1%
White
86%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sentinel High School's ranking?
Sentinel High School is ranked #266 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Sentinel High School often compared to?
Sentinel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hellgate High School, Big Sky High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sentinel High School?
The graduation rate of Sentinel High School is 88%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Sentinel High School?
1,386 students attend Sentinel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sentinel High School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sentinel High School?
Sentinel High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sentinel High School offer ?
Sentinel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sentinel High School part of?
Sentinel High School is part of Missoula High School District.
In what neighborhood is Sentinel High School located?
Sentinel High School is located in the Lewis And Clark neighborhood of Missoula, MT. There are 1 other public schools located in Lewis And Clark.
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