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Founded in 1961, Our Lady of Mercy School strives to continue the Mercy tradition of instilling Christian values while providing quality education.
This is accomplished through honest communication, mutual concern and cooperation among the priests, lay staff, and families who work together as a community to nurture Catholic beliefs and practices.
Club or Organization: Broadcast Studio, Chess Club, Leadership Academy, National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs: Choir, Drama Club, Instrumental Band
Recreational Athletic Programs: Lacrosse, Tennis
School Notes
Mercy is a two-time recipient of the National Blue Ribbon
School of Excellence award, and consistently meets the qualifying
criteria with student achievement placing in the top 15th percent
nationally. Re-accredited byThe Commission on
Elementary Schools of the Middle States Associationof
Colleges and Schoolsin 2008, Mercy was commended forits
outstanding EducationalExcellence Program. We provide a
rigorous academic program that engages and challenges students at
all levels, while recognizing and responding to individual
needs. Every Mercy student receives small group instruction
for both math and language arts. Teachers are able to provide
personalized support and enrichment, to delve deeper into the
curriculum, and to make real-world connections, all of which
promote student engagement, interest, and growth.
Mercy is a wonderful place to learn. I love the sense of community that was missing in our neighborhood public school. The students have "prayer partners", which builds a strong bond between the older and younger students. The school has great opportunities for service to the community. The teachers are extremely kind and supportive. My older child is learning wonderful organizational skills as she is being prepped for middle school. While the educational style is more on the traditional side, there is an emphasis on the basics; handwriting, written composition and grammar that are lacking in the public school curriculum. Mercy is the full package, community and strong academics.
- Posted by Parent - neani
51/31/2013
We could not be happier with Mercy. The faculty is amazingly dedicated. There is a top notch special education/"inclusion program". My kids are not in the program but it is actually a benefit for the entire school. Mercy has proven to be a nurturing, challenging and inclusive environment where all children are accepted and truly seem to thrive. We could not be happier. In this area it is also a bargain!! Love it!!!
- Posted by Parent - burke
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Quick Stats (2024)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 222 students
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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