Very Good
#265 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 30% of private schools
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy
Elementary School
2306 BEDFORD ST, Johnstown, PA 15904
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#265 of 873
In Johnstown
#1 of 4
public schools
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Divine Mercy Catholic Academy
Elementary School in Johnstown · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Divine Mercy Catholic Academy
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Johnstown, PA. Divine Mercy Catholic Academy serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Divine Mercy Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Divine Mercy Catholic Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Divine Mercy Catholic 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 Divine Mercy Catholic Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Johnstown, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Divine Mercy Catholic Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Greater Johnstown School District's Cyber Academy | 2.9 |
| Greater Johnstown MS | 2.3 |
| Richland El Sch | 7.9 |
| Ferndale El Sch | 4.6 |
| Westmont Hilltop El Sch | 5.4 |
| Conemaugh Twp Area El Sch | 9.0 |
| Conemaugh Valley El Sch | 4.9 |
| Greater Johnstown El Sch | 5.8 |
| Jackson El Sch | 7.2 |
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 PA.
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 PA
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
2306 BEDFORD ST, Johnstown, PA 15904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Divine Mercy Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Conemaugh Twp Area El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richland El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY,WEST CAMPUS (rated 6.7/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Johnstown, see our Johnstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Johnstown SHS Johnstown | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Greater Johnstown School District's Cyber Academy Johnstown | 1.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Greater Johnstown MS Johnstown | 2.0 mi | 2.3 |
| RICHLAND ACADEMY Johnstown | 2.1 mi | — |
| Ferndale Area JSHS Johnstown | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| BISHOP MC CORT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Johnstown | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Richland El Sch Johnstown | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Richland HS Johnstown | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center Johnstown | 2.9 mi | — |
| Ferndale El Sch Johnstown | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY,WEST CAMPUS Johnstown | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Conemaugh Valley El Sch Johnstown | 4.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Conemaugh Valley JSHS Johnstown | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Westmont Hilltop El Sch Johnstown | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTER FOR ACHIEVEMENT Johnstown | 4.1 mi | — |
| Conemaugh Twp Area El Sch Johnstown | 4.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Greater Johnstown El Sch Johnstown | 4.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Windber Area HS Windber | 5.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Windber Area MS Windber | 5.3 mi | 5.3 |
| JOHNSTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollsopple | 5.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,122
Median Home Value
$172,200
Median Rent
$856/mo
Population
16,283
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
45.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Divine Mercy Catholic Academy
What grades does Divine Mercy Catholic Academy serve?
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Divine Mercy Catholic Academy?
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Divine Mercy Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Divine Mercy Catholic Academy is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Divine Mercy Catholic Academy rank in PA?
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy ranks #265 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Divine Mercy Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, Divine Mercy Catholic 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 Catholic Academy a religious school?
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Cambria County
- Phone
- (814) 961-3622
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