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#407 of 713 private schools in OH

Mercy Mcauley High School

High School

6000 OAKWOOD AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45224

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#407 of 713

In Cincinnati

#61 of 77

public schools

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About Mercy Mcauley High School

Mercy Mcauley High School is a private high school in Cincinnati, OH. Mercy Mcauley High School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercy Mcauley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Mercy Mcauley High School show 32% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares0.5 pts above OH schools

6.4

This school 6.4 · Average
OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Mercy Mcauley 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.

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How Mercy Mcauley High School compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Cincinnati, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.6:1

This School

18.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

420

This School

832

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.4

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80% vs 0%

Black 12.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.6% vs 0%

Asian 1% vs 0%

Mercy Mcauley High School Cincinnati Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mercy Mcauley High School (this school)	—	420	16.6:1	6.4
Summit Academy Transition High School-Cincinnati	0.5 mi	47	7.8:1	4.7
Aiken New Tech High School	0.6 mi	1,195	15.7:1	3.4
North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center	1.0 mi	101	14.4:1	2.8
North College Hill High School	1.3 mi	395	14.6:1	4.8
Mt Healthy High School	2.8 mi	842	16.2:1	3.2
Finneytown Secondary Campus	2.8 mi	536	15.3:1	4.8
Colerain High School	3.4 mi	1,754	23.1:1	4.0
Woodward Career Technical High School	4.8 mi	846	13.9:1	3.1
James N. Gamble Montessori High School	4.9 mi	716	15.9:1	4.2
Northwest High School	5.0 mi	948	22.6:1	3.7
Hughes STEM High School	5.3 mi	1,156	15.6:1	3.8
Diamond Oaks Cdc	5.6 mi	603	14.7:1	5.3
Walnut Hills High School	5.7 mi	2,500	19.2:1	8.7
Roberts Academy	5.8 mi	726	14.8:1	4.8
AchievePoint Career Academy - Cincinnati	5.8 mi	244	27.1:1	4.9
Western Hills University High School	5.8 mi	1,352	20.5:1	2.6
Gilbert A. Dater High School	5.9 mi	895	14.9:1	3.6
Dohn Community	5.9 mi	1,675	32.8:1	2.7
Priority High School	6.1 mi	170	56.7:1	3.5
Cincinnati Technology Academy	6.1 mi	190	21.1:1	6.1

Showing 20 of 48 schools. View all schools in Cincinnati

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

C+ 3.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.9 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 34%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 420

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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 32.2% (2019 OST)

School

State

36.7% (2019 OST)

ELA Proficiency 48.4% (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 80.0%

Black 12.1%

Two or More 4.3%

Hispanic 2.6%

Asian 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6000 OAKWOOD AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mercy Mcauley High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is North College Hill High School (rated 4.8/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Summit Academy Transition High School-Cincinnati (rated 4.7/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
College Hill Fundamental Academy Cincinnati	0.3 mi	433	4.2
Elevated Excellence Academy Cincinnati	0.3 mi	61	3.8
Aiken New Tech High School Cincinnati	0.6 mi	1,195	3.4
Rising Stars at Aiken New Tech/College Hill Cincinnati	0.6 mi	47	5.6
Summit Academy Transition High School-Cincinnati Cincinnati	0.5 mi	47	4.7
Pleasant Hill Academy Cincinnati	0.7 mi	412	3.9
North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center Cincinnati	1.0 mi	101	2.8
North College Hill High School Cincinnati	1.3 mi	395	4.8
North College Hill Middle School Cincinnati	1.3 mi	443	3.5
Cincinnati Achievement Academy Cincinnati	1.1 mi	169	6.7
North College Hill Elementary School North College Hill	1.3 mi	476	4.1
Mt. Airy School Cincinnati	1.2 mi	561	6.1
Struble Elementary School Cincinnati	1.7 mi	807	5.9
Mt. Healthy Preparatory and Fitness Academy Cincinnati	2.2 mi	195	3.8
MT. HEALTHY VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mount Healthy	2.3 mi	85	—
White Oak Middle School Cincinnati	1.8 mi	722	4.5
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School Cincinnati	2.4 mi	595	4.3
LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati	2.0 mi	546	5.6
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati	2.1 mi	400	6.0
CENTRAL BAPTIST ACADEMY Cincinnati	2.0 mi	108	7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,754

Median Home Value

$174,400

Median Rent

$895/mo

Population

22,186

College Educated

34.1%

Homeownership

60.3%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School Doylestown, OH	588	6.4
David Anderson Jr/Sr High School Lisbon, OH	400	6.4
Edison High School Richmond, OH	400	6.4
Kenton High School Kenton, OH	547	6.4
Madison-Plains High School London, OH	319	6.4
Margaretta High School Castalia, OH	540	6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mercy Mcauley High School

What grades does Mercy Mcauley High School serve?

Mercy Mcauley High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mercy Mcauley High School?

Mercy Mcauley High School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercy Mcauley High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mercy Mcauley High School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mercy Mcauley High School rank in OH?

Mercy Mcauley High School ranks #407 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Mercy Mcauley High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mercy Mcauley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Mercy Mcauley High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mercy Mcauley High School has 32% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is Mercy Mcauley High School a private school?

Yes, Mercy Mcauley 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 Mcauley High School a religious school?

Mercy Mcauley High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 37 Some Transit
Bike Score: 39 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 420
Gender Split: 0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 25
Type: private
Coed Status: all-girls
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Hamilton County
Phone: (513) 681-1800

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