Below Average
#226 of 253 private schools in LA
Our Lady-mercy Catholic School
Elementary School
400 MARQUETTE AVE, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Enrollment
900
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
900
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#226 of 253
In Baton Rouge
#30 of 34
public schools
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Our Lady-mercy Catholic School
Elementary School in Baton Rouge · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Our Lady-mercy Catholic School
Our Lady-mercy Catholic School is a private elementary school in Baton Rouge, LA. Our Lady-mercy Catholic School serves approximately 900 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady-mercy Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Our Lady-mercy Catholic 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-mercy Catholic School compares to 81 public schools serving similar grades in Baton Rouge, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Lady-mercy Catholic School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Westdale Middle School | 6.8 |
| Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy | 3.7 |
| BASIS Baton Rouge Primary Mid City | 7.4 |
| Melrose Elementary School | 6.5 |
| GEO Prep Mid-City of Greater Baton Rouge | 8.3 |
| Capitol Middle School | 3.5 |
| Bernard Terrace Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School | 9.5 |
| LaSalle Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Capitol Elementary School | 6.8 |
| B. R. Foreign Language Acad. Immersion Magnet | 9.4 |
| Belfair Montessori School | 8.9 |
| IDEA Bridge | 1.7 |
| Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge | 5.1 |
| Arlington Preparatory Academy | 5.4 |
| University View Academy Inc. (FRM LA Connections) | 3.8 |
| Park Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Winbourne Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Dalton Elementary School A Redesign School | 3.7 |
| The Dufrocq School | 5.2 |
Showing 20 of 81 schools. View all schools in Baton Rouge
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 LA.
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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 LA
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
400 MARQUETTE AVE, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Lady-mercy Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is B. R. Foreign Language Acad. Immersion Magnet (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belfair Montessori School (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,430
Median Home Value
$321,400
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
Population
28,551
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
42.9%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Broadmoor Elementary School Baton Rouge, LA | 4.8 |
| Harold Keller Elementary School Metairie, LA | 4.8 |
| Langston Hughes Charter Academy New Orleans, LA | 4.8 |
| Lawtell Elementary School Lawtell, LA | 4.8 |
| W.L. Abney Elementary Slidell, LA | 4.8 |
| Alice Birney Elementary School Metairie, LA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Lady-mercy Catholic School
What grades does Our Lady-mercy Catholic School serve?
Our Lady-mercy Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Our Lady-mercy Catholic School?
Our Lady-mercy Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 900 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady-mercy Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady-mercy Catholic School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Our Lady-mercy Catholic School rank in LA?
Our Lady-mercy Catholic School ranks #226 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Our Lady-mercy Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Lady-mercy Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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-mercy Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Our Lady-mercy Catholic 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-mercy Catholic School a religious school?
Our Lady-mercy Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 900
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Phone
- (225) 235-3491
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