A Private Independent Classical Liberal Arts School in the Catholic Tradition with the mission of forming Saints and Scholars.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,500
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 23, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
155 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants/skirt and polo
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Mary Forrest
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Dance, Math
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Fine Arts, Orchestra
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cross Country
Dance, Math
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Fine Arts, Orchestra
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cross Country
School Notes
- School Mascot: Crusaders
- Divine Mercy Academy provides students with a foundation by which they are truly made free to seek truth and live joyful, productive lives informed by reason and virtue in order to help bear witness to the kingdom of God in our day.
- We value truth as the foundation of knowledge, fostering critical thinking skills, and nurturing students' integrity, curiosity, and love of learning.
- We value beauty as an essential human experience, cultivating students' appreciation for aesthetics, the arts, and creativity.
- Goodness is a vital aspect of students' education, fostering integrity and a commitment to service and justice.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Divine Mercy Academy cost?
Divine Mercy Academy's tuition is approximately $9,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Divine Mercy Academy?
The acceptance rate of Divine Mercy Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
When is the application deadline for Divine Mercy Academy?
The application deadline for Divine Mercy Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 5/9/2025
Such a precious school, full of administration and teachers who truly feel called to be here. Our children have felt loved, seen, safe, and challenged. DMA truly lives up to its name, full of mercy and compassion for the children that come in. Its highest call is to pass along sincere and devoted faith; the teachers aim to live that out every day. Specifically, we have seen our kids grow in their faith, in their academics and in their friendships. We have felt supported by the school in helping us raise up our children to be thinking for themselves, full of love for God, others and themselves.
5 5/2/2025
The absolute best truly Catholic school we have ever encountered.
5 5/2/2025
Divine Mercy Academy is a great school! It has been wonderful to witness the spiritual, social, and academic growth that my children have had during this year, which is our first year at DMA. The teachers and administrators are wonderful, and they are truly invested in the children and the school goal of helping to make the students saints and scholars. My wife and I love DMA's Catholic and Classical model, and I especially appreciate the strong Catholic identity and values that DMA places at its center. Our kids have made great friends; learned - and grasped! - things that are academically challenging; been exposed to and have gained an appreciation for art and music that is true, good, and beautiful; and have learned much about Christianity and the Catholic faith. Having our kids at DMA has been a blessing for our family: we (as parents) have made great friends, and we have the peace of mind of knowing that our children are being formed in the faith every day at school. I highly recommend Divine Mercy Academy!
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