Gwynedd-Mercy Academy Elementary School

816 Norristown Road, P.O. Box 241, Spring House, PA, 19477-0194 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

Gwynedd-Mercy Academy is a private, Catholic, co-educational academy committed to quality education integrated with Gospel values. A ministry of the Sisters of Mercy and established in 1861, Gwynedd-Mercy Academy combines a long tradition of academic excellence with innovative teaching methodology and progressive technology integration to create a caring, child-centered environment. ...

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School Overview:

 
Gwynedd-Mercy Academy Elementary School
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
European Council for International Schools
Institute for Independent Education
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 8
Year Founded 1861
County Montgomery County, PA
Awards Honored for National Blue Ribbon Award Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2007
Student Body
Total Students 467 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(PA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 5% 16%
Students by Grade
Kind - 49 students
Grade 1 - 49 students
Grade 2 - 49 students
Grade 3 - 51 students
Grade 4 - 52 students
Grade 5 - 53 students
Grade 6 - 53 students
Grade 7 - 56 students
Grade 8 - 55 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 42 teachers
Average Class Size 18
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This School
(PA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:11 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 170 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $9,690
Tuition Notes Gwynedd-Mercy Academy tuition is bundled and fee-inclusive, including the cost of books, intial stationary supplies, field trips, school pictures and yearbook. Beginning the 2008-2009 school year, a monthly payment plan will be available.
Head of School Sister Anne Crampise
Admissions Director Ms. Patricia Bradley
Sport
Total Sports Offered 9
 
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringDance
Field HockeyFootball
LacrosseSoccer
Softball 

School Notes:

  • Students at Gwynedd-Mercy Academy are nurtured and encouraged to reach the highest standards of excellence. Challenging academic curriculum, extensive arts and music programs, team-building athletic program and numerous extended learning opportunities allow our students recognize their gifts and to actualize their potential. Developing the faith life of the school community, in partnership with parents, is paramount at Gwynedd-Mercy Academy. Participation in the Community of Caring Program, based on the Olweus Anti-Bullying Program, supports our religion curriculum. Students in every grade are afforded opportunities to participate in numerous outreach activities at the local level and to support outreach as far away as South America. These many opportunities strengthen students’ awareness of their Mercy commitment to share their gifts and resources with those in need.
  • Profile last updated: 04/01/2008

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (19477)
School Zip (19477)
(PA) State Average
Population (Approximate) n/a 12,280,267 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree n/a 22%
Population Average Age n/a 37 years old
Average Household size n/a 2.4 persons
Median Household Income n/a $43,232
Avg. # of Rooms in Household n/a 5.9 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure n/a 51 years old
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Zipcode (19477)


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