Very Good
#166 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 19% of private schools
Mother of Mercy Academy
Elementary School
5200 GREENRIDGE DR, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#166 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#18 of 46
public schools
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Mother of Mercy Academy
Elementary School in Pittsburgh · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
J.e. Harrison Education Ctr
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About Mother of Mercy Academy
Mother of Mercy Academy is a private elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA. Mother of Mercy Academy serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mother of Mercy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #166 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Mother of Mercy Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mother of 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 Mother of Mercy Academy compares to 132 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mother of Mercy Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| J.E. Harrison Education Ctr | 5.5 |
| Whitehall El Sch | 6.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln El Sch | 8.4 |
| McAnnulty El Sch | 6.0 |
| Myrtle Ave Sch | 7.7 |
| Baldwin SHS | 5.2 |
| Young Scholars of Western Pennsylvania CS | 6.2 |
| Foster El Sch | 8.8 |
| Moore Sch | 5.6 |
| Howe El Sch | 8.3 |
| Brentwood MS | 5.7 |
| Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 | 4.1 |
| Elroy Avenue El Sch | 4.2 |
| Pittsburgh Concord K-5 | 6.6 |
| Keystone Oaks MS | 7.0 |
| Mellon MS | 8.5 |
| Washington El Sch | 9.2 |
| McClellan El Sch | 6.2 |
| Markham El Sch | 9.0 |
| Pittsburgh Brookline K-8 | 6.0 |
Showing 20 of 132 schools. View all schools in Pittsburgh
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.
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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
5200 GREENRIDGE DR, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mother of Mercy Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Foster El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Abraham Lincoln El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Howe El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOTHER OF MERCY ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| J.E. Harrison Education Ctr Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Whitehall El Sch Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln El Sch Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| McAnnulty El Sch Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Myrtle Ave Sch Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Young Scholars of Western Pennsylvania CS Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Baldwin SHS Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| HILLCREST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bethel Park | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 Pittsburgh | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Howe El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Moore Sch Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Foster El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| ACLD TILLOTSON SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Brentwood SHS Pittsburgh | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Brentwood MS Pittsburgh | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Pittsburgh Concord K-5 Pittsburgh | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| SETON-LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Pittsburgh Carrick HS Pittsburgh | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Keystone Oaks MS Pittsburgh | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,016
Median Home Value
$224,200
Median Rent
$1,087/mo
Population
31,152
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buckingham El Sch Buckingham, PA | 7.5 |
| CASKEY TORAH ACADEMY OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA Wynnewood, PA | 7.5 |
| Coudersport Area El Sch Coudersport, PA | 7.5 |
| Don Gill El Sch Wellsboro, PA | 7.5 |
| Dover Area El Sch Dover, PA | 7.5 |
| Edgar Fahs Smith STEAM Academy York, PA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mother of Mercy Academy
What grades does Mother of Mercy Academy serve?
Mother of Mercy Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mother of Mercy Academy?
Mother of Mercy Academy has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mother of Mercy Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mother of Mercy Academy is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mother of Mercy Academy rank in PA?
Mother of Mercy Academy ranks #166 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Mother of Mercy Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mother of Mercy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mother of Mercy Academy a private school?
Yes, Mother of 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 Mother of Mercy Academy a religious school?
Mother of Mercy Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 359
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 882-3353
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