SENTINEL HIGH SCHOOL
Sentinel High School is a public high school that is part of the Missoula H S school district, located in Missoula, MT with about 1,243 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 74 teachers, Sentinel High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Sentinel High School, located in Missoula, Montana, serves as one of the major public secondary institutions within Missoula County Public Schools. Situated on South Avenue West, the school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which offers a wide array of college preparatory courses, Advanced Placement (AP) programs, and dual-enrollment opportunities designed to prepare students for higher education and vocational success. The campus serves a diverse student body, fostering an environment that balances rigorous scholastic expectations with a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs.
Beyond its academic offerings, Sentinel High School plays a significant role in the local Missoula community. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, encouraging student involvement in civic engagement and school spirit. With its long-standing history in the region, Sentinel has developed a reputation for strong faculty mentorship and a supportive community atmosphere, striving to equip its students with the skills, character, and social development necessary to navigate life after graduation.
For more information, contact Sentinel High School at (406) 728-2403 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2403
SENTINEL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Missoula, MT with about 1,243 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Montana
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Missoula H S
- Total Students:
- 1,243
- Teachers:
- 74.86
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,243 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SENTINEL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 5.0%
- Black or African American
- 2.3%
- Asian
- 2.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 45.9%
- Male
- 54.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.