Mercyhurst Preparatory School vs. Cathedral Preparatory School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Mercyhurst Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Cathedral Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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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.
Cathedral Preparatory School serves 406 students in grades 9-12. The student:teacher of Cathedral Preparatory School is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Grades Offered
8-12
9-12
Blue Ribbon School
Yes, selected in 1993-1998
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
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Year Founded
1926
1921
Students Body
Total Students
497 students
406 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
All-boys
% Students of Color
26%
19%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Grade 9 Students
115
116
Grade 10 Students
110
89
Grade 11 Students
155
107
Grade 12 Students
117
94
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
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40 teachers
Average Class Size
23
23
Number of AP Classes
15
10
Student-Teacher Ratio
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10:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Grey skirt/slacks and white polo shirt)
(Grey skirt/slacks and white polo shirt)
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Nov. 9 / Jan. 4 / rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$11,365
$6,600
Tuition Notes
This is tuition for the 2023-2024 school year. This includes a $250 technology fee, $75 iPad insurance, a $300 fundraiser, and a $40 activity fee.
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% on Financial Aid
n/a
60%
Acceptance Rate
99%
100%
Admissions Director
Allison Orlando
Mr. Timothy Dougherty
Admissions Associate
Michelle Intrieri
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
15
12
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
34
22
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Baking ClubCalamari's Thanksgiving Dinner for the Homeless
ChrysalisCritical Concerns
DIY ClubFashion Club
Feed the HungryFitness Center
French ClubJunior Achievement
Math ClubMercy Service Project
MinecraftModel United Nations
National Art Honor SocietyNational Honor Society
Reading ClubRobotics and Technology Club
SerteensSki Club
Spanish ClubSpeech and Debate
Spirit ClubStudent Council/Student Government
The Joseph of Arimathea SocietyThe Ophelia Club
Travel ClubUltimate Frisbee Club
Women in Motion
Arts and Music Programs:
Concert ChoirDance Company
International Thespian SocietyOrchestra Ensemble
Show Choir
Academic ChallengeCampus Ministry
Fishing ClubForensics and Debate
Intramural SportsIzaak Walton League
Jazz BandKey Club
Literulae (Yearbook) StaffModel U.N.
National Honor SocietyP-Flop (Cheerleaders)
Paintball ClubPJAS
Praise BandPrep Players (Drama/Theater)
Rally CrewRambler (Newspaper) Staff
SADDSki Club
Spanish ClubWhiz Kids