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#324 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 37% of private schools

Divine Mercy Academy

Elementary School

245 AZALEA DR, Monroeville, PA 15146

Private

Enrollment

196

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#324 of 873

In Monroeville

#2 of 2

public schools

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Divine Mercy Academy

6.9/10

Elementary School in Monroeville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Evergreen EL Sch

7.7/10

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5.1/10

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About Divine Mercy Academy

Divine Mercy Academy is a private elementary school in Monroeville, PA. Divine Mercy Academy serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Divine Mercy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.5 pts above PA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 196 students, Divine 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Divine Mercy Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Divine 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

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How Divine Mercy Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Monroeville, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
This School
vs
11.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
196
This School
vs
384
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.9% vs 0%
Black 13.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.6% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Divine Mercy Academy Monroeville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Divine Mercy Academy (this school) 6.9
Evergreen El Sch 7.7
Gateway MS 5.1
Dr Cleveland Steward Jr El Sch 5.5
Spectrum CS 3.6
University Park El Sch 8.8
Ramsey El Sch 7.7

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 PA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 46%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 196
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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 PA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 71.9%
Black 13.3%
Hispanic 5.6%
Two or More 5.6%
Asian 2.6%
Pacific Islander 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

245 AZALEA DR, Monroeville, PA 15146

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Divine Mercy Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. University Park El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Evergreen El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ramsey El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Monroeville, see our Monroeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Evergreen El Sch Monroeville 0.4 mi 7.7
Gateway MS Monroeville 0.6 mi 5.1
Dr Cleveland Steward Jr El Sch Monroeville 0.7 mi 5.5
KINDERCARE Monroeville 0.9 mi
NEW STORY Monroeville 0.9 mi 7.3
Gateway SHS Monroeville 1.1 mi 8.0
Forbes Road Career and Technology Center Monroeville 1.3 mi 5.8
Spectrum CS Monroeville 1.4 mi 3.6
LEARNING TREE Monroeville 1.5 mi
Penn Hills El Sch Pittsburgh 1.9 mi 6.5
Propel CS-Pitcairn Pittsburgh 2.6 mi 4.3
Penn Hills CS of Entrepreneurship Pittsburgh 2.4 mi 6.6
Ramsey El Sch Monroeville 2.6 mi 7.7
O'Block El Sch Pittsburgh 2.8 mi 6.7
University Park El Sch Monroeville 2.3 mi 8.8
Life Male STEAM Academy CS Pittsburgh 2.3 mi 3.4
Penn Hills SHS Pittsburgh 2.9 mi 4.9
Propel CS-East Pittsburgh 3.2 mi 3.0
Pivik El Sch Plum 3.6 mi 7.3
Wilkins El STEAM Academy Pittsburgh 3.0 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,295

Median Home Value

$197,500

Median Rent

$1,163/mo

Population

28,422

College Educated

45.8%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Divine Mercy Academy

What grades does Divine Mercy Academy serve?

Divine Mercy Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Divine Mercy Academy?

Divine Mercy Academy has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Divine Mercy Academy is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Divine Mercy Academy rank in PA?

Divine Mercy Academy ranks #324 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Divine Mercy Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Divine Mercy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Divine Mercy Academy a private school?

Yes, Divine Mercy Academy 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 Academy a religious school?

Divine Mercy Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
196
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allegheny County

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