Mercyhurst Preparatory School
School Notes Overview:
Mercyhurst Preparatory School is a four year co-educational Catholic secondary school founded by the Sisters of Mercy to prepare students from all religious and ethnic backgrounds for a successful, productive, and compassionate life in an ever-changing and interdependent world. Mercyhurst Prep education is based upon the teachings of Jesus Christ and a modeling of Judeo-Christian values; excellence in academic and co-curricular programs, service to our local and global communities, and the dedication and active support of the students, parents, faculty, staff, and alumni of the Mercyhurst community....
School Overview:
Mercyhurst Preparatory School |
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| School Membership(s) |
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Other religious school association(s) National Coalition of Girls' Schools |
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| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | ||
| County | Erie County, PA | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 608 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(PA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 8% | 25% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Grade 9 - 142 students | |||
| Grade 10 - 153 students | |||
| Grade 11 - 152 students | |||
| Grade 12 - 161 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 48 teachers | ||
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | ||
This School |
(PA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:13 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $6,600 | ||
| Tuition Notes | This is tuition for the 2009-2010 school year. We have a computer fee of $150 and a fundraiser fee of $250. | ||
| Head of School | Sr, Mary Ann Bader | ||
| Admissions Director | Marcia DiTullio | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 12 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Bowling | ||
| Cheering | Crew | ||
| Dance | Football | ||
| Golf | Soccer | ||
| Softball | Swimming | ||
| Tennis | Volley Ball | ||
School Notes:
- Mercyhurst Preparatory School is a four year co-educational Catholic secondary school founded by the Sisters of Mercy to prepare students from all religious and ethnic backgrounds for a successful, productive, and compassionate life in an ever-changing and interdependent world. Mercyhurst Prep education is based upon the teachings of Jesus Christ and a modeling of Judeo-Christian values; excellence in academic and co-curricular programs, service to our local and global communities, and the dedication and active support of the students, parents, faculty, staff, and alumni of the Mercyhurst community.
- Profile last updated: 07/10/2009
In the News:
- Erie's Johnson named all-CFL (Erie Times-News)
posted on November 19, 2009 at 08:27:03 pm
Erie native Jovon Johnson was named to the Canadian Football League All-Star team after his breakout season with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. - Quality Time: Events and activities for families (Erie Times-News)
posted on November 19, 2009 at 05:12:14 am
Today - Education briefs (Erie Times-News)
posted on November 16, 2009 at 05:13:59 am
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Board of Governors expects some difficult decisions in budgeting for the next two years. - Mercyhurst College announces appointments (Erie Times-News)
posted on November 15, 2009 at 05:15:12 am
Ruth Alberstadt has joined the Mercyhurst Preparatory School staff as coordinator of special events. - Upcoming arts events in northwestern Pennsylvania (Erie Times-News)
posted on November 15, 2009 at 05:13:30 am
Take a musical trip at Mercyhurst tonight
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (16504) | School Zip (16504) |
(PA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 17,985 people | 12,280,267 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 24% | 22% |
| Population Average Age | 36 years old | 37 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.4 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $37,151 | $43,232 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.8 rooms | 5.9 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 56 years old | 51 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (16504) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 71% / 29% | 68% / 32% |
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Nearby Schools:
- Abraxas Learning Center - 49 students - 2.1 mi. away - view location
- Cathedral Preparatory School - 555 students - 2.5 mi. away - view location
- Villa Maria Academy - 390 students - 4.4 mi. away - view location
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