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Empowering Young Women Through Excellence in Education
At Mercy High School, we have dedicated over 90 years to empowering young women through transformative education and unparalleled leadership opportunities. Our institution fosters an environment where every student council seat, team position, and club leadership role is held by young women, creating a culture of representation and achievement. Our faculty combines academic rigor with personalized mentorship, as evidenced by our 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio and 14-student average AP class size.Through programs like our award-winning robotics team and First Tee Scholarship initiatives, we cultivate technical skills and community engagement. With 40 global Mercy sister schools and $12.5 million in scholarships awarded to our 2022 graduates, we maintain a legacy of excellence while preparing students for college and beyond. Our commitment to service, demonstrated by 18,000 annual community service hours, ensures graduates emerge as compassionate leaders ready to make meaningful contributions worldwide.
Services
College Preparation
Leadership Development
Robotics Programs
AP/Honors Courses
Community Service
Creative Arts
Athletics
College Counseling
STEM Education
Global Network
Highlights and features
- All-girls leadership environment with 100% female representation in student roles
- Award-winning robotics program with FIRST Tech Challenge participation
- Over $12.5 million in scholarships awarded to Class of 2022
- 18,000+ annual community service hours fostering civic responsibility
- 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio ensuring personalized academic support
Services
College Preparation
Our comprehensive college counseling program provides personalized guidance for university applications, scholarship opportunities, and academic planning. With a 90%+ college acceptance rate, students receive support through essay writing, interview preparation, and course selection. The Class of 2022 earned $12.5 million in scholarships through our strategic college placement initiatives.
Leadership Development
Every student gains leadership experience through 40+ opportunities including student council, club presidencies, and peer mentorship programs. Our all-girls environment ensures 100% female representation in leadership roles, fostering confidence and decision-making skills through practical experience in governance and community service.
Robotics Programs
The award-winning robotics program participates in the FIRST Tech Challenge, combining technical skills with creative problem-solving. Students learn programming, engineering design, and teamwork through hands-on robot construction and competition. The program develops critical thinking and prepares students for STEM careers through real-world applications.
Community Service
Our service learning program requires 18,000+ annual community service hours, integrating civic responsibility with academic growth. Students engage in local and global initiatives through partnerships with nonprofit organizations, developing empathy and social awareness while applying classroom learning to real-world challenges.
Creative Arts
The 22 creative arts courses cover visual arts, performing arts, and digital media. Students develop technical skills and artistic expression through studio classes, theater productions, and portfolio development. The program emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and cultural appreciation through diverse artistic disciplines.
People
Jaylyn Remolona
Student
Awarded First Tee Scholarship through academic excellence and community service. Demonstrates Mercy's commitment to developing well-rounded leaders through golf program participation and volunteer work.
Questions
What makes Mercy High School unique?
As an all-girls school with 90+ years of tradition, we provide exclusive leadership opportunities with every student role held by young women.
What academic programs are offered?
We offer 42 AP/honors courses, 22 creative arts programs, and specialized STEM initiatives including our FIRST Tech Challenge robotics team.
How does Mercy support college preparation?
Our college counseling program helped the Class of 2022 secure $12.5 million in scholarships and acceptance to top universities nationwide.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Students participate in 14 sports across 22 teams, 40 leadership opportunities, and community service programs generating 18,000+ annual service hours.
Is Mercy part of a larger educational network?
Yes, we're connected to 40 global Mercy sister schools through the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas network.
