Gwynedd Mercy Academy, a Catholic college preparatory school, encourages young women to live and act justly in the spirit of Jesus Christ and to follow in the tradition of mercy and service inherited from Catherine McAuley, foundress of the Sisters of Mercy.
Gwynedd Mercy Academy empowers each student to develop her unique talents and abilities and to become a competent and compassionate Christian woman.
Gwynedd is more than a school - it is a sisterhood and a community. Catherine McAuley envisioned the education of women as a means to spread Christian values and effect social change.
Inspired by her vision, the Sisters of Mercy established a Catholic, independent, college-preparatory, secondary school for young women in 1861. Committed to the academic, spiritual and social development of young women, Gwynedd Mercy Academy offers a challenging curriculum, various co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, individual attention, and encouragement towards personal growth.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Yearly Tuition: $24,650
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Oct. 1
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1861
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
471 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
83%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Art 2-DArt Drawing
BiologyCalculus AB
Calculus BCChemistry
Computer Science AComputer Science Principles
English Language and CompositionEnglish Literature
Human GeographyPsychology
Spanish LanguageStatistics
Studio ArtU.S. Government
U.S. History
Average SAT score
1164
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Oct. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
$24,650
Tuition Notes
plus $475 in fees
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Kimberly Dunphy Scott '84
Admissions Associate
Jessica Fletcher
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
GMA TV
Club or Organization:
Art ClubDiversity Club
Environmental ClubGirls Who Code
Gwynedd AmbassadorsInvestment Club
L.E.A.D.Latin Club
Ministry and ServiceMock Trail
Monarch Media Productions (Yearbook, Newspaper, Magazine, Social Media)Peer Advisory League (PAL)
Photography ClubRespect Life
Science ClubSign Language Club
Speech and Debate TeamStudent Council
Women Empowerment
Arts and Music Programs:
Girls with GuitarsGlee Club and Chorale
Musical Theatre ProductionOrchestra
School Notes
- School Motto: She is the Future.
- School Mascot: Monarch
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School cost?
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School's tuition is approximately $24,650 for private students.
What schools are Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School often compared to?
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School is often viewed alongside schools like Mount St. Joseph Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School offer?
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School's ranking?
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School?
The application deadline for Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School is Oct. 1.
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The nearest high school to Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School is Lansdale Catholic High School (3.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Gwynedd-mercy Academy Elementary School (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Gwynedd Friends School (0.8 miles away)
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