Very Good
#40 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 10% of private schools
Our Lady of Mercy School
Elementary School
9222 KENTSDALE DR, Potomac, MD 20854
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#40 of 378
In Potomac
#2 of 9
public schools
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Our Lady of Mercy School
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About Our Lady of Mercy School
Our Lady of Mercy School is a private elementary school in Potomac, MD. Our Lady of Mercy School serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Mercy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 191 students, Our Lady of Mercy 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Our Lady of Mercy 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 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 School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Potomac, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Mercy School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Cabin John Middle | 9.0 |
| Bells Mill Elementary | 9.3 |
| Potomac Elementary | 8.9 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle | 9.1 |
| Beverly Farms Elementary | 9.1 |
| Wayside Elementary | 9.8 |
| Cold Spring Elementary | 9.7 |
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 MD.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9222 KENTSDALE DR, Potomac, MD 20854
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Lady of Mercy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seven Locks Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Bethesda), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carderock Springs Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Bethesda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bells Mill Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Potomac, see our Potomac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC Potomac | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| NORWOOD SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Seven Locks Elementary Bethesda | 0.7 mi | 9.7 |
| MATER DEI SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| CONNELLY SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Potomac | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| THE HEIGHTS SCHOOL Potomac | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Cabin John Middle Potomac | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Bells Mill Elementary Potomac | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Carderock Springs Elementary Bethesda | 1.8 mi | 9.6 |
| MC LEAN SCHOOL OF MARYLAND Potomac | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| HOLTON-ARMS SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| THE PRIMARY DAY SCHOOL Bethesda | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| BULLIS SCHOOL Potomac | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Winston Churchill High Potomac | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| THE WOODS ACADEMY Bethesda | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle Potomac | 2.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Burning Tree Elementary Bethesda | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bethesda | 2.3 mi | — |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Potomac | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| IVYMOUNT SCHOOL Rockville | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,105,300
Median Rent
$3,180/mo
Population
49,694
College Educated
85.7%
Homeownership
89.9%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL College Park, MD | 7.8 |
| ST MARYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockville, MD | 7.8 |
| Emmitsburg Elementary Emmitsburg, MD | 7.7 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Silver Spring, MD | 7.7 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Silver Spring, MD | 7.9 |
| South Dorchester School Church Creek, MD | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Lady of Mercy School
What grades does Our Lady of Mercy School serve?
Our Lady of Mercy School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Our Lady of Mercy School?
Our Lady of Mercy School has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mercy School?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mercy School is 7.8:1. 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 School rank in MD?
Our Lady of Mercy School ranks #40 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Our Lady of Mercy School's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Lady of Mercy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 of Mercy School a private school?
Yes, Our Lady of Mercy 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 School a religious school?
Our Lady of Mercy School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 191
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 365-4477
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