Our Lady Of Mercy School vs. Cathedral School For Boys
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Mercy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Overview
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School community of faith provides for the growth of the whole child based on Catholic/Christian values.
It nourishes the spiritual, intellectual, social, psychological and physical growth of each child.
Our students are helped to develop their unique abilities and are prepared to succeed in future educational endeavors and to live effectively in the Church, civic and cultural communities.
We encourage and support the role of parents as the primary educators and work in cooperation with parents to achieve our goals.
We expect our students to consistently put forth their best efforts and we provide a safe, comfortable, Christian environment where students achieve their fullest potential.
At Cathedral School for Boys, we believe in a future where every boy experiences the joy of meaningful connections and the fulfillment of personal and intellectual growth-a vision that drives us to raise the bar in boys' education.
Every day, we challenge ourselves to expand our minds, practice empathy, and lead with purpose, ensuring we are prepared for the lives ahead of us. By fostering intellect, character, and leadership, we shape the exemplary young men our world needs.
Grades Offered
NS-8
K-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
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No
Year Founded
1955
1957
Students Body
Total Students
525 students
263 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
All-boys
% Students of Color
86%
53%
Students by Grade


Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
62
-
Kindergarten Students
43
25
Grade 1 Students
48
22
Grade 2 Students
39
24
Grade 3 Students
39
24
Grade 4 Students
58
24
Grade 5 Students
73
30
Grade 6 Students
44
36
Grade 7 Students
49
38
Grade 8 Students
70
40
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
40 teachers
Average Class Size
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18
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
7:1
Classroom Dress Code
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Formal
(Blue oxford shirt, gray pants, black shoes. Ties for grades 5-8.)
(Blue oxford shirt, gray pants, black shoes. Ties for grades 5-8.)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Dec. 31
Tuition Cost
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$45,500
Tuition Notes
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Adjustable Tuition is available based on need.
% on Financial Aid
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26%
Admissions Director
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Kate Juergens
Admissions Associate
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Daniel McOlvin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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8
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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7
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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Band, Chess, Choir, Community Service, Debate, Math Olympiad, Student Council