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#176 of 202 private schools in CT

Mercy High School

High School

1740 RANDOLPH RD, Middletown, CT 06457

Private

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#176 of 202

In Middletown

#2 of 3

public schools

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Mercy High School

5.2/10

High School in Middletown · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.7/10

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About Mercy High School

Mercy High School is a private high school in Middletown, CT. Mercy High School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares0.9 pts below CT schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Mercy High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Mercy High School compares to the 11 public schools in Middletown, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
375
This School
vs
441
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.9% vs 0%
Asian 5.9% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Mercy High School Middletown Public Avg

All Schools in Middletown

School Rating
Mercy High School (this school) 5.2
Vinal Technical High School 3.7
Snow School 6.9
Wesley School 7.3
Beman Middle School 5.0
Farm Hill School 5.6
Spencer School 5.2
Bielefield School 4.8
MacDonough School 7.2
Moody School 9.0
Middletown High School 7.0
Lawrence School 5.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CT.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.4 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,126.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 40%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 375
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 76.3%
Hispanic 9.9%
Asian 5.9%
Black 5.3%
Two or More 2.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1740 RANDOLPH RD, Middletown, CT 06457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mercy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Coginchaug Regional High School (rated 7.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Durham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middletown High School (rated 7.0/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Vinal Technical High School Middletown 0.3 mi 3.7
Snow School Middletown 0.6 mi 6.9
Wesley School Middletown 0.6 mi 7.3
Middlefield Memorial School Middlefield 1.1 mi 6.2
THE INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Middlefield 1.8 mi 7.1
Spencer School Middletown 2.1 mi 5.2
Beman Middle School Middletown 1.7 mi 5.0
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Middletown 2.0 mi 6.5
Farm Hill School Middletown 1.8 mi 5.6
MacDonough School Middletown 2.6 mi 7.2
Bielefield School Middletown 2.3 mi 4.8
Middletown High School Middletown 3.1 mi 7.0
Moody School Middletown 2.9 mi 9.0
John Lyman School Middlefield 2.7 mi 7.1
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 2.9 mi 4.2
Lawrence School Middletown 3.8 mi 5.5
Coginchaug Regional High School Durham 3.8 mi 7.5
Frank Ward Strong School Durham 3.9 mi 6.9
Brownstone Intermediate School Portland 3.7 mi 6.4
Valley View School Portland 4.1 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,003

Median Home Value

$279,500

Median Rent

$1,392/mo

Population

46,690

College Educated

40.7%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF MERCY, LAURALTON HALL Milford, CT 5.2
MARIANAPOLIS PREP SCHOOL Thompson, CT 5.2
Bridgeport Military Academy Bridgeport, CT 5.3
Pathways Academy of Technology and Design East Hartford, CT 5.1
Housatonic Valley Regional High School Falls Village, CT 5.4
KOLBE CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL Bridgeport, CT 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mercy High School

What grades does Mercy High School serve?

Mercy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mercy High School?

Mercy High School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercy High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mercy High School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mercy High School rank in CT?

Mercy High School ranks #176 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Mercy High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mercy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mercy High School a private school?

Yes, Mercy High School is a private all-girls school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Mercy High School a religious school?

Mercy High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
375
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.4 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County

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