Very Good
#205 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 21% of private schools
Mount Mercy Academy
High School
88 RED JACKET PKWY, Buffalo, NY 14220
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#205 of 992
In Buffalo
#5 of 17
public schools
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About Mount Mercy Academy
Mount Mercy Academy is a private high school in Buffalo, NY. Mount Mercy Academy serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Mercy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, Mount 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, Mount Mercy Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mount 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 Mount Mercy Academy compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
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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 NY.
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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 NY
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
88 RED JACKET PKWY, Buffalo, NY 14220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Mercy Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby West Seneca), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BISHOP TIMON-ST JUDE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| BISHOP TIMON-ST JUDE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTH PARK HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 27 HILLERY PARK ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| WINCHESTER-POTTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| BAKER ACADEMY Lackawanna | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ERIE 1 BOCES West Seneca | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Seneca | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| AL-RASHEED ACADEMY Lackawanna | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,337
Median Home Value
$180,200
Median Rent
$974/mo
Population
23,786
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Westfield, NY | 7.2 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR MUSIC & THEATER Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| CINCINNATUS HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 7.3 |
| DARROW SCHOOL New Lebanon, NY | 7.3 |
| JUDITH S KAYE SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 7.3 |
| ST SAVIOUR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Mercy Academy
What grades does Mount Mercy Academy serve?
Mount Mercy Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Mercy Academy?
Mount Mercy Academy has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Mercy Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Mercy Academy is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mount Mercy Academy rank in NY?
Mount Mercy Academy ranks #205 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Mount Mercy Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Mercy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mount Mercy Academy a private school?
Yes, Mount 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 Mount Mercy Academy a religious school?
Mount Mercy Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 825-8796
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