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Our Lady of Mercy
Elementary School
1400 East 27th Street, Merced, CA 95340
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Our Lady of Mercy
Our Lady of Mercy is an private elementary school in Merced, CA 95340. The school serves approximately 221 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $65,141, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, Our Lady of Mercy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Our Lady of Mercy compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Merced, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Mercy (this school) | — |
| Ada Givens Elementary | 5.1 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle | 4.9 |
| Charles Wright Elementary | 5.4 |
| Luther Burbank Elementary | 3.4 |
| John Muir Elementary | 4.8 |
| Don Stowell Elementary | 4.9 |
| Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary | 3.9 |
| Weaver Middle | 4.8 |
| Merced County Special Education | 6.3 |
| Allan Peterson Elementary | 3.6 |
| John C. Fremont Elementary | 4.7 |
| Pioneer Elementary | 6.6 |
| Tenaya Middle | 5.8 |
| Rudolph Rivera Middle | 4.9 |
| Rudolph Rivera Elementary | 4.2 |
| Farmdale Elementary | 5.4 |
| Alicia Reyes Elementary | 5.1 |
| Margaret Sheehy Elementary | 4.8 |
| Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle | 4.9 |
| Merced City School District Community Day | 2.4 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 221 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Address
- 1400 East 27th Street, Merced, CA 95340
- Phone
- (209) 722-7496
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1400 East 27th Street, Merced, CA 95340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Lady of Mercy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pioneer Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away). Another option is ST PAUL SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, Charles Wright Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Merced, see our Merced schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ada Givens Elementary Merced | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Charles Wright Elementary Merced | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle Merced | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Luther Burbank Elementary Merced | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Sequoia High Merced | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Golden Valley High Merced | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Yosemite High (Continuation) Merced | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Independence High (Alternative) Merced | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL Merced | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Paul Lutheran School Merced | 1.1 mi | — |
| John Muir Elementary Merced | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary Merced | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Don Stowell Elementary Merced | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Merced High Merced | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Allan Peterson Elementary Merced | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Weaver Middle Merced | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Merced County Special Education Merced | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| STONE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Merced | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Pioneer Elementary Merced | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| STONE RIDGE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Merced | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,141
Median Home Value
$383,200
Median Rent
$1,204/mo
Population
38,045
College Educated
26.2%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
31.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Our Lady of Mercy has a median household income of $65,141. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $383,200, with a median rent of $1,204/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.1%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Lady of Mercy
What grades does Our Lady of Mercy serve?
Our Lady of Mercy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Our Lady of Mercy?
Our Lady of Mercy has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mercy?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mercy is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Our Lady of Mercy a private school?
Yes, Our Lady of Mercy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,653/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Merced). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 221
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Merced
- Phone
- (209) 722-7496
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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