Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy Recognized Among the Top Catholic High Schools in America

Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy in La Cañada Flintridge has received high honors in Niche’s 2025 Best Schools rankings. The prestigious private school has been ranked #3 among the Best Catholic High Schools in the Los Angeles area by Niche.com, reflecting the dedication and excellence of its students, faculty, and community.

This achievement is part of a series of commendations for the school. Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy also ranks #6 among the Best Catholic High Schools in California and #6 among the Best All-Girls High Schools in the state. On a national level, it has secured the #19 spot out of 1,153 schools in Niche’s 2025 Best Schools rankings for Best Catholic High Schools in America, an accomplishment that underscores the school’s commitment to providing a quality education rooted in its Dominican charism and fostering a strong sense of community.

These distinctions celebrate the efforts and commitment of everyone associated with Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy, from students and staff to parents and supporters.

The school prides itself on guiding each student on a journey to seek truth in both academic and personal development, aiming to empower them to become critical thinkers and unleash their limitless potential to impact the world. 

In addition to these impressive rankings, Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy has also been recognized in several other categories in Niche’s 2025 listings:

• #28 of 293 Best All-Girls High Schools in America: This ranking reflects the school’s dedication to empower young women to excel academically, develop leadership skills, and grow with confidence. 
• #82 of 438 Best Boarding High Schools in America: For 93 years, Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy has been blessed to have a vibrant boarding program. Currently, 35 amazing students from a wide variety of countries live and work together in the school’s Residence Hall, emphasizing a diverse and enriching residential experience.
• #508 of 9,912 Best High Schools for STEM in America: Up on the Hill, possibilities are sky high for young women who are encouraged to explore male-dominated fields, leading to our recent graduates pursuing STEM degrees at a rate 10 times higher than the national average.

Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy exists to educate young women for a life of faith, integrity, and truth. 

As stated in the school’s mission, “We firmly uphold the belief that for a young woman to serve God and others joyfully, she must first embark on a journey of self-discovery.” 

These achievements are a testament to the collective dedication, tireless efforts, and unwavering commitment of the entire school community to their students’ success, underscoring the far-reaching impact of their mission beyond the classroom.

As the Flintridge Sacred Heart community celebrates these accomplishments, they serve not only as a source of pride but also as inspiration to continue shaping the future of the school. FSHA encourages everyone to explore these accomplishments further and fully embrace the values that define its mission. You can explore the Niche 2025 Rankings here.

For more information on Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy’s achievements, visit the school’s webFlintridge Sacred Heartsite.