Catholic all-girls school in Louisville, KY grades 9-12, dedicated learning support programs, small classes, individualized attention
Mercy Academy is a Catholic all-girls high school (grades 9-12) in Louisville, KY that explicitly supports students with learning differences through dedicated learning programs. With an average class size of 20 students and a strong emphasis on individualized development, the school creates an environment where each student can thrive academically and personally while building confidence in her abilities.
The school's mission centers on developing compassionate, well-educated young women grounded in Christian values and service. For families seeking a faith-based community that values diversity and accommodates different learning styles, Mercy Academy offers a structured, supportive setting where girls with learning disabilities or differences can access academic rigor without sacrificing pastoral care and personal attention.
Mercy Academy enrolls 508 students with a 25% acceptance rate and rolling admissions. Tuition is $8,650 annually. The school offers 14 varsity sports and numerous extracurricular activities, allowing students to build confidence through athletics and community involvement. For more information about learning support programs and accommodations, contact admissions director Emily McCullough at (502) 671-2010 or visit mercyacademy.com.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students508
Class Size20:1 ratio
Tuition$8,650
Est.1885
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s), State or regional independent school association
School Information
| Year Founded | 1885 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $8,650 |
| Total Students | 508 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 42 |
| Average Class Size | 20 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Emily McCullough's |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 25 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| Percent of Students of Color | 11 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
Yes
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Bowling · Cheering · Cross Country · Dance · Field Hockey · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball |
Additional Information
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · Other religious school association(s) · State or regional independent school association |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | mercyacademy.com/about-us/calendar |
| Average ACT Score | 23 |