Academics

A Mercy Education

Download our Program of Studies for a full course listing with descriptions and information about graduation requirements.

How We Teach and Learn

Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women challenges every girl to achieve excellence by combining rigorous classes with a high level of support. Mercy encourages students to pursue their academic interests in the hope that the knowledge gained will serve both the individual and the changing needs of our world. 

At Mercy, faith, academics, and leadership combine to transform the students of today into agents of change of tomorrow.

A Mercy Education is...

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  • Compelled by Mercy

    Compassion, Empathy, Responsibility to Serve

  • Educational Courage

    Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Personal Accountability

  • Inspired by Faith

    Modeling of Jesus Christ & Catherine McAuley, Spirituality, Ethical & Moral

  • Principled Leadership

    Emotional Intelligence, Integrity, Lifelong Learning

  • A Voice for Dignity and Respect

    Grace, Advocate, Inclusivity

Mercy At A Glance

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  • 19

    Average class size

  • 540

    Students

  • 50+

    Clubs

  • 75%

    Of students in grades 7-12 participate in sports

  • 24

    AP Courses Offered

  • 395

    AP exams administered

  • 14,000+

    Mercy graduates

  • $30 million

    In merit-based college scholarships awarded to the Class of 2025

  • 632

    Acceptances from 208 Colleges/Universities for the Class of 2025

  • 70

    Colleges and universities attended by 2025 graduates

  • 61

    Faculty Members

  • 88%

    of Faculty have Masters/Ph.D.s

Middle School (Grades 6, 7, 8)

Mercy’s middle school program is designed to provide students with the space, support, and resources to grow as scholars, explore their interests, and deepen their sense of self. 

At Mercy, we not only know how young women and girls learn best; we understand what middle school-aged girls need to thrive. During this critical time of academic, personal, and social development, Mercy’s Middle School provides the perfect combination of challenging and joyful, immersive and fun to create an environment where girls are seen and heard for who they are as they explore their interests and deepen their understanding of the world around them.

From core academic classes to engaging electives and a wide range of extracurricular activities, our Middle School program is designed to help each individual student chart her path to success.

High School (Grades 9, 10, 11, 12)

Mercy’s high school program is designed to prepare students for life beyond Mercy, with a challenging academic program and endless opportunities to engage, lead, create, and serve.

Schedules and programs are built around the goal of ensuring students can excel and pursue opportunities that will deepen their learning and make them life-long learners, lovers of the arts and athletics, and leaders in their communities. Hands-on experiences, personalized connections, and opportunities to present their work to peers and the greater community offer unparalleled preparation for college and beyond.

From learning to leading, performing to competing, our high schoolers find support and encouragement from their peers as well as from a team of dedicated educators who are committed to their success. 

With an emphasis on community and spirit, students form lasting friendships and become part of the broader Circle of Mercy alumnae network as they leave campus.

Sponsorship & Accreditation

Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy. As such, we are part of Mercy Education, a system that unites and serves more than 50 schools around the globe.

Mercy is nationally accredited by the Middle States Association of College and Schools (MSA), and our curriculum is built in alignment with New York State learning standards and the National College and Career Readiness Standards. We create learning experiences that are relevant, rigorous, and rooted in real-world application.

Professional partnerships include: NCEA, NAIS, ICGS, ISTE+ASCD.

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