Excellent
#2 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 1% of private schools
Mercy High School
High School
1501 S 48TH ST, Omaha, NE 68106
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#2 of 143
In Omaha
#2 of 37
public schools
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About Mercy High School
Mercy High School is a private high school in Omaha, NE. Mercy High School serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 143 private schools in NE.
What's said publicly about Mercy High School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- NE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Mercy High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mercy 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 Mercy High School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Omaha, NE
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mercy High School (this school) | 8.7 |
| BUENA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL | — |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| BENSON HIGH SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| NORTH HIGH SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| BRYAN HIGH SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| NCYF COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | — |
| NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| BURKE HIGH SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| MILLARD NORTH HIGH SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| MILLARD SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| MILLARD WEST HIGH SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| ELKHORN NORTH HIGH SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| ELKHORN SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL | 7.8 |
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 NE.
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 NE
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
1501 S 48TH ST, Omaha, NE 68106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mercy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROWNELL TALBOT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WILSON FOCUS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Omaha | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| BEALS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Omaha | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| NORRIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| BELLE RYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| FIELD CLUB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| BROWNELL TALBOT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Omaha | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| WILSON FOCUS SCHOOL Omaha | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| WALNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOMEBASED Omaha | 2.0 mi | — |
| BUENA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,649
Median Home Value
$202,900
Median Rent
$1,234/mo
Population
21,928
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
33.8
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|---|---|
| PIERCE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Pierce, NE | 8.7 |
| PONCA HIGH SCHOOL Ponca, NE | 8.7 |
| WAHOO HIGH SCHOOL Wahoo, NE | 8.7 |
| BOYS TOWN SCHOOLS Boys Town, NE | 8.6 |
| FREEMAN HIGH SCHOOL Adams, NE | 8.6 |
| LOUISVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Louisville, NE | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mercy High School
What grades does Mercy High School serve?
Mercy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mercy High School?
Mercy High School has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercy High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mercy High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mercy High School rank in NE?
Mercy High School ranks #2 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is Mercy High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mercy 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 Mercy High School a private school?
Yes, Mercy High School 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 High School a religious school?
Mercy High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 317
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Phone
- (402) 553-9424
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