Mercy Career & Technical High School in Philadelphia, PA, serves 300 students in grades 9–12 within a Catholic, career and technical education program.
Founded in 1950, the school is located in North Philadelphia and operates in a large city community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with an average class size of 15, supported by 25 faculty members.
Annual tuition is $8,100, with an acceptance rate of 98%, offering an affordable Catholic high school option in Philadelphia.
Mercy Career & Technical High School has one of the highest percentages of students of color among Pennsylvania private high schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- School Type: Vocational/Technical School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,100
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mercy Career & Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1950
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
300 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
86%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Monarch
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mercy Career & Technical High School cost?
Mercy Career & Technical High School's tuition is approximately $8,100 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mercy Career & Technical High School?
The acceptance rate of Mercy Career & Technical High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What is Mercy Career & Technical High School's ranking?
Mercy Career & Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Mercy Career & Technical High School?
The application deadline for Mercy Career & Technical High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mercy Career & Technical High School located?
Mercy Career & Technical High School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 43 other private schools located in North Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 787-2621
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(215) 787-2621
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(215) 844-3460
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(215) 844-3460
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(215) 731-1930
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