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#136 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 36% of private schools

Devine Mercy Academy

Elementary School

8513 SAINT JANE DR, Pasadena, MD 21122

Private

Enrollment

82

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#136 of 378

In Pasadena

#1 of 2

public schools

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Devine Mercy Academy

6.8/10

Elementary School in Pasadena · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Devine Mercy Academy

Devine Mercy Academy is a private elementary school in Pasadena, MD. Devine Mercy Academy serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Devine Mercy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.5 pts above MD schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 82 students, Devine Mercy Academy 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Devine Mercy Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Devine 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

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How Devine Mercy Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Pasadena, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
82
This School
vs
532
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.5% vs 0%
Black 4.9% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Devine Mercy Academy Pasadena Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Devine Mercy Academy (this school) 6.8
Riviera Beach Elementary 7.5
Sunset Elementary 5.4
High Point Elementary 4.2
Fort Smallwood Elementary 6.7
Jacobsville Elementary 5.1
Northeast Middle 5.2
Lake Shore Elementary 6.6
Chesapeake Bay Middle 7.0
Bodkin Elementary 7.5
Pasadena Elementary 7.7

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 MD.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 26%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Enrollment 82
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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 MD

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 85.4%
Hispanic 8.5%
Black 4.9%
Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8513 SAINT JANE DR, Pasadena, MD 21122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Devine Mercy Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Folger Mckinsey Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Severna Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pasadena Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Riviera Beach Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY Pasadena 0.0 mi 6.2
Riviera Beach Elementary Pasadena 0.1 mi 7.5
Sunset Elementary Pasadena 0.8 mi 5.4
Northeast High Pasadena 1.5 mi 5.6
High Point Elementary Pasadena 1.9 mi 4.2
Jacobsville Elementary Pasadena 2.8 mi 5.1
Fort Smallwood Elementary Pasadena 2.7 mi 6.7
Solley Elementary Glen Burnie 2.5 mi 5.2
Northeast Middle Pasadena 2.8 mi 5.2
Lake Shore Elementary Pasadena 3.9 mi 6.6
Chesapeake High Pasadena 4.4 mi 5.8
Chesapeake Bay Middle Pasadena 4.4 mi 7.0
Freetown Elementary Glen Burnie 4.1 mi 5.1
Bodkin Elementary Pasadena 4.6 mi 7.5
Pasadena Elementary Pasadena 4.7 mi 7.7
Point Pleasant Elementary Glen Burnie 4.4 mi 5.1
Folger Mckinsey Elementary Severna Park 5.6 mi 8.9
Marley Middle Glen Burnie 4.6 mi 5.8
Marley Elementary Glen Burnie 4.7 mi 3.8
Chesapeake Terrace Elementary Baltimore 5.3 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,732

Median Home Value

$412,100

Median Rent

$2,077/mo

Population

61,589

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

86.1%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Devine Mercy Academy

What grades does Devine Mercy Academy serve?

Devine Mercy Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Devine Mercy Academy?

Devine Mercy Academy has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Devine Mercy Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Devine Mercy Academy is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Devine Mercy Academy rank in MD?

Devine Mercy Academy ranks #136 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Devine Mercy Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Devine Mercy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Devine Mercy Academy a private school?

Yes, Devine Mercy Academy 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 Devine Mercy Academy a religious school?

Devine Mercy Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
82
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anne Arundel County

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