Mother Of Mercy Academy

1 Grove Pl Pittsburgh, PA 15236
www.motherofmercyacademy.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 308 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,700
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Mother Of Mercy Academy Photo #1 - Second grader works on Reflex Math on the Chromebook.
Mother Of Mercy Academy Photo #2 - Student greeters meet the students at the main door each morning.
Mother Of Mercy Academy Photo #3 - Students participate in the weekly Mass through proclaiming the word, altar serving, and ushering.
Mother Of Mercy Academy Photo #4 - Students participate in outside contests and often win. This one was for the VFW Patriot's Pen essay contest.
Mother Of Mercy Academy Photo #5 - Each year, Saint Elizabeth honors our veterans with a Mass and reception.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 308 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,700
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

Mother Of Mercy Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
308 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
polo shirt, black or blue pants

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition quoted is for one Catholic student. One non-Catholic student is $5500
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubCrochet Club
Forensics


Arts and Music Programs:
Youth Choir

School Notes

  • St Elizabeth Elementary School's goal is to provide for the individual scholastic development and guide each child as s/he advances in her/his personal relationship with God in and through her/his fellow students and all who comprise our Saint Elizabeth Family.
  • Through a Catholic education, Saint Elizabeth Elementary School serves the community by recognizing the gifts, talents and uniqueness of each person in a loving and caring atmosphere. Together we are living witnesses to the life of Jesus Christ while fostering a faith-filled community for families, faculty and students.
  • School Mascot: Wolfpack
  • St Elizabeth Elementary School's goal is to provide for the individual scholastic development and guide each child as s/he advances in her/his personal relationship with God in and through her/his fellow students and all who comprise our Saint Elizabeth Family. Through a Catholic education, Saint Elizabeth Elementary School serves the community by recognizing the gifts, talents and uniqueness of each person in a loving and caring atmosphere. Together we are living witnesses to the life of Jesus Christ while fostering a faith-filled community for families, faculty and students.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mother Of Mercy Academy cost?
Mother Of Mercy Academy's tuition is approximately $4,700 for private students.
What schools are Mother Of Mercy Academy often compared to?
Mother Of Mercy Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Mother of Mercy Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Mother Of Mercy Academy?
The acceptance rate of Mother Of Mercy Academy is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Mother Of Mercy Academy offer?
Mother Of Mercy Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country and Volleyball.
What is Mother Of Mercy Academy's ranking?
Mother Of Mercy Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Mother Of Mercy Academy?
The application deadline for Mother Of Mercy Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Pittsburgh, PA is $13,280 for elementary schools and $18,184 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pittsburgh, PA is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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