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#159 of 218 private schools in KY
Mercy Academy
High School
5801 FEGENBUSH LN, Louisville, KY 40228
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#159 of 218
In Louisville
#49 of 62
public schools
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Mercy Academy
High School in Louisville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mercy Academy
Mercy Academy is a private high school in Louisville, KY. Mercy Academy serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mercy Academy 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 Mercy Academy compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mercy Academy (this school) | 5.4 |
| Marion C. Moore School | 4.2 |
| Newcomer Academy | 5.6 |
| Fern Creek High | 5.0 |
| Minor Daniels Academy | 6.0 |
| Seneca High | 3.9 |
| Binet School | — |
| W.E.B. DuBois Academy | 6.2 |
| Mary Ryan Academy | — |
| Brooklawn | — |
| Boys & Girls Haven | — |
| Southern High | 4.1 |
| Liberty High | 4.8 |
| Jeffersontown High | 4.6 |
| Atherton High | 8.5 |
| Louisville Male High | 5.5 |
| Peace Academy | 5.9 |
| Waggener High | 4.0 |
| The Phoenix School of Discovery | 5.9 |
| Churchill Park School | 5.0 |
| Breckinridge Metropolitan High | 5.3 |
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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.
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 KY.
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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 KY
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
5801 FEGENBUSH LN, Louisville, KY 40228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mercy Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Newcomer Academy (rated 5.6/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Marion C. Moore School (rated 4.2/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Seneca High (rated 3.9/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Luhr Elementary Louisville | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Marion C. Moore School Louisville | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Watterson Elementary Louisville | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Smyrna Elementary School Louisville | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Price Elementary Louisville | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ST ATHANASIUS Louisville | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Rangeland Elementary Louisville | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Newburg Middle Louisville | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Louisville | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Hartstern Elementary Louisville | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Newcomer Academy Louisville | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Louisville | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Louisville | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| George Unseld Early Childhood Center Louisville | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Klondike Lane Elementary Louisville | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Louisville | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Seneca High Louisville | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Goldsmith Elementary Louisville | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Binet School Louisville | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,762
Median Home Value
$220,200
Median Rent
$1,370/mo
Population
18,491
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Magoffin County High School Salyersville, KY | 5.4 |
| Pike County Central High School Pikeville, KY | 5.4 |
| Trigg County High School Cadiz, KY | 5.4 |
| Betsy Layne High School Betsy Layne, KY | 5.5 |
| Carroll County High School Carrollton, KY | 5.5 |
| Owen County High School Owenton, KY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mercy Academy
What grades does Mercy Academy serve?
Mercy Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mercy Academy?
Mercy Academy has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercy Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mercy Academy is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mercy Academy rank in KY?
Mercy Academy ranks #159 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Mercy Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mercy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mercy Academy a private school?
Yes, Mercy Academy 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 Academy a religious school?
Mercy Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 671-2010
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