Excellent
#9 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 2% of private schools
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School
High School
861 HWY 279, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#9 of 433
In Fayetteville
#1 of 8
public schools
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Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School
High School in Fayetteville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School is a private high school in Fayetteville, GA. Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 433 private schools in GA.
What's said publicly about Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- GA avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic 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
BetaHow Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School compares to the 14 public schools in Fayetteville, GA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Fayetteville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School (this school) | 8.7 |
| North Fayette Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Fayetteville Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Fayette County High School | 6.4 |
| Spring Hill Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Cleveland Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Bennett's Mill Middle School | 7.3 |
| River's Edge Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Whitewater Middle School | 8.9 |
| Inman Elementary | 7.8 |
| Sara Harp Minter Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Whitewater High School | 7.8 |
| Starrs Mill High School | 8.3 |
| Rising Starr Middle School | 9.1 |
| Peeples Elementary School | 9.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 GA.
Data Unavailable
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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 GA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
861 HWY 279, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hapeville Charter Career Academy (rated 6.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), a more accessible option. Additionally, Riverdale High School (rated 5.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Riverdale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Ridge Elementary School Riverdale | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Nolan Elementary School College Park | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Oliver Elementary School Riverdale | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| COUNTERPANE SCHOOL Fayetteville | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| North Fayette Elementary School Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| THE EJ WRIGHT SCHOOL FOR SUCCESS College Park | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Church Street Elementary School Riverdale | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Bethune Elementary School College Park | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| KULIMA MONTESSORI Fayette | 3.3 mi | — |
| DREAM KEEPERS ACADEMY Fayetteville | 3.3 mi | — |
| McNair Middle School College Park | 3.4 mi | 3.6 |
| S. L. Lewis Elementary School College Park | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Dubois Integrity Academy Riverdale | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PRIME CARE LEARNING CENTER II Riverdale | 3.3 mi | — |
| Pointe South Elementary School Riverdale | 3.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Riverdale Middle School Riverdale | 3.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Pointe South Middle School Jonesboro | 3.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Hapeville Charter Career Academy Atlanta | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| North Clayton Middle School College Park | 4.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Riverdale High School Riverdale | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,138
Median Home Value
$338,300
Median Rent
$1,599/mo
Population
32,003
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
34.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Echols County High School Statenville, GA | 8.6 |
| Savannah Early College High School Savannah, GA | 9.1 |
| BRANDON HALL SCHOOL Atlanta, GA | 8.1 |
| Georgia Fugees Academy Charter School Decatur, GA | 8.1 |
| ATLANTA GIRLS SCHOOL Atlanta, GA | 8.0 |
| Miller County High School Colquitt, GA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School
What grades does Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School serve?
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School?
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School rank in GA?
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School ranks #9 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School is a private coeducational 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 Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School a religious school?
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fayette County
- Phone
- (678) 833-2203
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