Our Lady of Mercy Academy is dedicated to the total child with Christ as the nucleus.
We strive to offer a spiritual and academic balance that encourages students to be Christ-like, charitable and accountable for their actions.
This enables them to become responsible citizens and vital members of their faith community.
We believe through this balance, they will be guided toward positive growth in all aspects of their environment.
We are dedicated to the development of the whole child ' spiritual, intellectual physical, social, and personal.
We recognize our responsibility and obligation to nurture the uniqueness and individuality of each student so that he/she may become aware of his/her rightful place in society as a totally integrated Christian person.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
259 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
90%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Our Lady Of Mercy School offer?
Our Lady Of Mercy School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football and Winter Track.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Mercy School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Mercy School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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17 Park St
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 433-5002
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(201) 433-5002
1.9 miles
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