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#453 of 713 private schools in OH

Divine Mercy School

Elementary School

120 ARTURUS ST, Payne, OH 45880

Private

Enrollment

70

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#453 of 713

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Divine Mercy School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Payne · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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About Divine Mercy School

Divine Mercy School is a private elementary school in Payne, OH. Divine Mercy School serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Divine Mercy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #453 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Divine Mercy School show 53% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares0.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 70 students, Divine 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.

Divine 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.

Divine Mercy School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Divine Mercy School compares to the 1 public school in Payne, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
This School
vs
13.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
70
This School
vs
249
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
9.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.3% vs 0%
Divine Mercy School Payne Public Avg

All Schools in Payne

School Rating
Divine Mercy School (this school) 6.2
Payne Elementary School 9.1

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 OH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,188
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 11%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Enrollment 70
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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 OH

Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 52.9% (2019 OST)
School
State
36.7% (2019 OST)
ELA Proficiency 47.1% (2019 OST)
School
State
48.8% (2019 OST)

Based on 2 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 94.3%
Hispanic 4.3%
Two or More 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

120 ARTURUS ST, Payne, OH 45880

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Divine Mercy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestview Elementary School (rated 9.8/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Convoy), which scores notably higher. Another option is Antwerp Local Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Antwerp), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Payne Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Payne, see our Payne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Payne Elementary School Payne 0.3 mi 9.1
Antwerp Local Elementary School Antwerp 7.0 mi 9.3
Antwerp Local High School Antwerp 7.0 mi 7.3
Antwerp Local Middle School Antwerp 7.0 mi 8.0
WOODBURN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Woodburn 7.1 mi 7.2
Wayne Trace High School Haviland 8.3 mi 8.1
Crestview Early Childhood Center Convoy 11.0 mi 5.6
Paulding High School Paulding 9.0 mi 4.5
Paulding Middle School Paulding 9.0 mi 6.6
Crestview High School Convoy 11.2 mi 7.7
Crestview Elementary School Convoy 11.2 mi 9.8
Crestview Middle School Convoy 11.2 mi 8.7
Paulding Elementary School Paulding 9.1 mi 8.1
ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monroeville 10.2 mi 6.7
ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monroeville 10.2 mi 6.3
RUPERT RIDGE SCHOOL Woodburn 11.1 mi 3.9
Woodlan Elementary School Woodburn 10.5 mi 7.2
Woodlan Jr/Sr High School Woodburn 10.5 mi 5.5
MAUMEE VALLEY SCHOOL New Haven 11.4 mi 6.2
ST LOUIS ACADEMY New Haven 11.0 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,875

Median Home Value

$123,400

Median Rent

$782/mo

Population

2,437

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

80.2%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Divine Mercy School

What grades does Divine Mercy School serve?

Divine Mercy School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Divine Mercy School?

Divine Mercy School has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Divine Mercy School?

The student-teacher ratio at Divine Mercy School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Divine Mercy School rank in OH?

Divine Mercy School ranks #453 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Divine Mercy School's MySchoolScout rating?

Divine Mercy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Divine Mercy School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Divine Mercy School has 53% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is Divine Mercy School a private school?

Yes, Divine 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 Divine Mercy School a religious school?

Divine Mercy School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
70
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Paulding County

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