Our Lady Of Mercy in Dayton, OH, is a Catholic co–educational school serving grades K through 8 with a total enrollment of 170 students.
The school operates in a central city community and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 with 11 teachers on staff.
Approximately 62% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within this Dayton K–8 private school.
Our Lady Of Mercy is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), aligning with Catholic educational standards.
This Dayton private school's enrollment size and grade span provide a mid–sized option for families seeking Catholic education in the central city area.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
170 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
62%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Mercy?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Mercy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Our Lady Of Mercy is Gloria Dei Montessori School (1.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Gloria Dei Montessori School ![Gloria Dei Montessori School Photo]( "Gloria Dei Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
615 Shiloh Drive
Dayton, OH 45415
(937) 274-7195
Dayton, OH 45415
(937) 274-7195
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 98 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Dominion Academy ![Dominion Academy Photo]( "Dominion Academy Photo")
(Episcopal)
925 N Main St
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 224-8555
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 224-8555
2.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 92 students
380 W Second St
Dayton, OH 45422
(937) 496-7995
Dayton, OH 45422
(937) 496-7995
2.8 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 60 students
Our Lady Of The Rosary School
(Catholic)
40 Notre Dame Ave
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 222-7231
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 222-7231
2.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 215 students
Mother Maria A. Brunner ![Mother Maria A. Brunner Photo]( "Mother Maria A. Brunner Photo")
(Catholic)
4870 Denlinger Rd
Dayton, OH 45426
(937) 238-4573
Dayton, OH 45426
(937) 238-4573
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Gloria Dei Montessori School ![Gloria Dei Montessori School Photo]( "Gloria Dei Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
615 Shiloh Drive
Dayton, OH 45415
(937) 274-7195
Dayton, OH 45415
(937) 274-7195
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 98 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Dominion Academy ![Dominion Academy Photo]( "Dominion Academy Photo")
(Episcopal)
925 N Main St
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 224-8555
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 224-8555
2.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 92 students
Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School ![Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School Photo]( "Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School Photo")
(Catholic)
505 S Ludlow St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 461-3740
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 461-3740
3.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 701 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Temple Christian School
(Baptist)
1617 Ohmer Ave
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 253-5288
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 253-5288
5.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 174 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Gloria Dei Montessori School ![Gloria Dei Montessori School Photo]( "Gloria Dei Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
615 Shiloh Drive
Dayton, OH 45415
(937) 274-7195
Dayton, OH 45415
(937) 274-7195
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 98 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Dominion Academy ![Dominion Academy Photo]( "Dominion Academy Photo")
(Episcopal)
925 N Main St
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 224-8555
Dayton, OH 45405
(937) 224-8555
2.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 92 students
Our Lady Of The Rosary School
(Catholic)
40 Notre Dame Ave
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 222-7231
Dayton, OH 45404
(937) 222-7231
2.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 215 students
Mother Maria A. Brunner ![Mother Maria A. Brunner Photo]( "Mother Maria A. Brunner Photo")
(Catholic)
4870 Denlinger Rd
Dayton, OH 45426
(937) 238-4573
Dayton, OH 45426
(937) 238-4573
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
St. Benedict The Moor Catholic School
(Catholic)
138 Gramont Ave
Dayton, OH 45417
(937) 268-6391
Dayton, OH 45417
(937) 268-6391
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 183 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Gloria Dei Montessori School ![Gloria Dei Montessori School Photo]( "Gloria Dei Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
615 Shiloh Drive
Dayton, OH 45415
(937) 274-7195
Dayton, OH 45415
(937) 274-7195
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 98 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mother Maria A. Brunner ![Mother Maria A. Brunner Photo]( "Mother Maria A. Brunner Photo")
(Catholic)
4870 Denlinger Rd
Dayton, OH 45426
(937) 238-4573
Dayton, OH 45426
(937) 238-4573
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
St. Benedict The Moor Catholic School
(Catholic)
138 Gramont Ave
Dayton, OH 45417
(937) 268-6391
Dayton, OH 45417
(937) 268-6391
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 183 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Greater Dayton School
Alternative School
138 S Wilkinson St
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 800-1234
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 800-1234
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-8
Miami Valley Family Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
4100 W 3rd St Building 401
Dayton, OH 45428
(937) 268-0336
Dayton, OH 45428
(937) 268-0336
4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 92 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5495 Somers Gratis Rd
Camden, OH 45311
(937) 452-4102
Camden, OH 45311
(937) 452-4102
9166.6 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 421 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5495 Somers Gratis Rd
Camden, OH 45311
(937) 787-3519
Camden, OH 45311
(937) 787-3519
9167 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 345 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Education Dr
West Alexandria, OH 45381
(937) 839-4315
West Alexandria, OH 45381
(937) 839-4315
9168.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 459 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Education Dr
West Alexandria, OH 45381
(937) 839-4693
West Alexandria, OH 45381
(937) 839-4693
9168.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 188 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Education Dr
West Alexandria, OH 45381
(937) 839-4165
West Alexandria, OH 45381
(937) 839-4165
9168.2 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 93 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
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