MERCY EDUCATION: Mercy High School is a sponsored ministry of the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and is a member of Mercy Education.
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL MISSION: Compelled by our Catholic faith and the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy High School is a premier college preparatory school that educates and nurtures young women of diverse backgrounds to excel academically, serve compassionately, and lead courageously.
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL VISION: As a shining lamp of Catholic education, Mercy High School inspires young women of diverse backgrounds to lead faith-filled lives, use their voices, and achieve their goals. Our graduates exemplify unity, empathy, knowledge, and leadership to make a difference in the world.
HISTORY & TRADITIONS: Rooted in Mercy Mercy High School is a sponsored ministry of the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and is a member of Mercy Education. On September 24, 1827, Catherine McAuley opened the House of Mercy on Baggot Street in Dublin, Ireland, including the first "Mercy School" a classroom dedicated to training young women. In 1831, Catherine and two companions took vows to become the first Sisters of Mercy, beginning a religious order to carry on their important service to those who were poor, sick and uneducated. Sisters of Mercy and their companions, associates and co-workers continue Catherine McAuley's mission of education. To ensure that mission into the future, the Sisters of Mercy established Mercy Education in 2017. Today, in the spirit of Catherine, the Sisters of Mercy respond to emerging needs, guided by five Critical Concerns: Earth, Immigration, Nonviolence, Racism and Women.
The Mercy High School Michigan tradition began in 1945 when the Sisters of Mercy opened Our Lady of Mercy High School at Outer Drive and Southfield Roads in Detroit. The Sisters of Mercy established the school to offer young women the opportunity to receive a value-centered education in an environment of academic excellence. As enrollment grew, Mercy relocated to a new and larger building in Farmington Hills in 1965. Mercy is proud of its 16,000+ alumnae throughout the world who are now making a difference. The student body is made up of young women from over 70 metropolitan Detroit communities. This broad, inclusive base provides Mercy with a rich, multi-ethnic constituency from diverse, socioeconomic backgrounds. The common thread among staff, students and parents is a commitment to academic excellence, cultural diversity and the integration of Mercy Core Values into daily life.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Yearly Tuition: $16,425
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mercy High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
The Academic Mentoring and Educational Support Program (AMES Program) at Mercy High School is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive academic learning environment for its diverse student body. We believe that all young women can succeed aca
Year Founded
1945
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
520 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
American Government and Politics, American History, Biology, Calculus AB, Chemistry, Computer Science, Computer Science Principles, English Literature and Composition, French, Latin, Physics, Spanish, World History
Average SAT score
1270
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,425
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,500
Admissions Director
Office of Admissions
Sports
Total Sports Offered
21 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
44 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Animal Rigths, Archery, Art, Black Awareness Society for Education, Business Professionals of America, Coding Club, Cuisine Club, CyberPatriots, Debate Club, FEBClub, Fishbowl Spirit Club, Forensics, French Club and French Honor Society, Genes in Diseases and Symptoms, Girls & Money, GREEN Club, Healthy Habits, HOSA Future Professionals, Human Relations Council, Junior Classical League, Lore Yearbook, Mock Trial, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Newsprint, Pastoral Ministry Team, Peace Club, Photography Club, Pretty Brown Girls, Pro-Life Club, Quiz Bowl, Red Cross, Robotics, Science Club and Science Olympiad, Spanish Honor Society, Student Government, Team One Love, Youth Mercy Associates
Arts and Music Programs:
Fall Play and Spring Musical, International Thespian Society, Mercy Mimes, Mercyaires, Spirit Choir, Tri-M Music Honor Society
Animal Rigths, Archery, Art, Black Awareness Society for Education, Business Professionals of America, Coding Club, Cuisine Club, CyberPatriots, Debate Club, FEBClub, Fishbowl Spirit Club, Forensics, French Club and French Honor Society, Genes in Diseases and Symptoms, Girls & Money, GREEN Club, Healthy Habits, HOSA Future Professionals, Human Relations Council, Junior Classical League, Lore Yearbook, Mock Trial, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Newsprint, Pastoral Ministry Team, Peace Club, Photography Club, Pretty Brown Girls, Pro-Life Club, Quiz Bowl, Red Cross, Robotics, Science Club and Science Olympiad, Spanish Honor Society, Student Government, Team One Love, Youth Mercy Associates
Arts and Music Programs:
Fall Play and Spring Musical, International Thespian Society, Mercy Mimes, Mercyaires, Spirit Choir, Tri-M Music Honor Society
School Notes
- Please visit mhsmi.org/admissions to learn more about Mercy Admissions events and the application process to be a Mercy Girl.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mercy High School cost?
Mercy High School's tuition is approximately $16,425 for private students.
What schools are Mercy High School often compared to?
Mercy High School is often viewed alongside schools like Marian High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Mercy High School offer?
Mercy High School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Mercy High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.
What is Mercy High School's ranking?
Mercy High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Mercy High School?
The application deadline for Mercy High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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