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#51 of 65 private schools in RI

Our Lady of Mercy School

Elementary School

55 4TH AVE, East Greenwich, RI 02818

Private

Enrollment

205

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Rhode Island private schools

#51 of 65

In East Greenwich

#2 of 2

public schools

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Our Lady of Mercy School

5.2/10

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

Current school2024 Review details

James H. Eldredge School

8.2/10

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Archie R. Cole MS

7.1/10

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About Our Lady of Mercy School

Our Lady of Mercy School is a private elementary school in East Greenwich, RI. Our Lady of Mercy School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Mercy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 65 private schools in RI.

How it compares0.9 pts below RI schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • RI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady of 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Our Lady of Mercy School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in East Greenwich, RI

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
This School
vs
13.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
205
This School
vs
352
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.3% vs 0%
Asian 2.9% vs 0%
Black 0.5% vs 0%
Our Lady of Mercy School East Greenwich Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of Mercy School (this school) 5.2
James H. Eldredge School 8.2
Archie R. Cole MS 7.1
George Hanaford School 7.2
Meadowbrook Farms School 5.2
Frenchtown School 7.6

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 RI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 25%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Enrollment 205
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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 RI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 86.3%
Hispanic 6.3%
Two or More 3.9%
Asian 2.9%
Black 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

55 4TH AVE, East Greenwich, RI 02818

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Mercy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forest Park El. School (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby North Kingstown), which scores notably higher. Another option is James H. Eldredge School (rated 8.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scott School (rated 7.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Warwick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Greenwich, see our East Greenwich schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
James H. Eldredge School East Greenwich 0.2 mi 8.2
Archie R. Cole MS East Greenwich 0.3 mi 7.1
LITTLE RED HEN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN East Greenwich 0.5 mi —
George Hanaford School East Greenwich 0.7 mi 7.2
Meadowbrook Farms School East Greenwich 1.8 mi 5.2
Cedar Hill School Warwick 2.1 mi 5.6
East Greenwich High East Greenwich 1.7 mi 9.4
Forest Park El. School North Kingstown 2.3 mi 8.5
SWEET PEAS VILLAGE EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL East Greenwich 1.8 mi —
Davisville Middle School North Kingstown 2.5 mi 6.8
ROCKY HILL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL East Greenwich 1.9 mi 7.0
WEST BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (ELEMENTARY) North Kingstown 2.8 mi 5.7
Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset North Kingstown 2.9 mi 4.5
ELEANOR BRIGGS SCHOOL Warwick 2.8 mi —
Robertson School Warwick 3.2 mi 4.0
PROGRESSIVE LEARNING FOR CHILDREN Warwick 3.3 mi —
(CHRISTIAN BRETHREN OF WARWICK, INC. DBA) Warwick 3.3 mi —
THE STORK'S NEST CHILD ACADEMY - EAST GREENWICH East Greenwich 3.4 mi —
Park School Warwick 3.4 mi 6.9
Scott School Warwick 3.5 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02818 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,952

Median Home Value

$564,800

Median Rent

$1,384/mo

Population

19,869

College Educated

63.4%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

45.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Mercy School

What grades does Our Lady of Mercy School serve?

Our Lady of Mercy School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Mercy School?

Our Lady of Mercy School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mercy School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mercy School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of Mercy School rank in RI?

Our Lady of Mercy School ranks #51 of 65 private schools in RI.

What is Our Lady of Mercy School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Mercy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of Mercy School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of 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 Our Lady of Mercy School a religious school?

Our Lady of Mercy School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
205
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kent County
Phone
(401) 884-1618

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