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Our Lady Of Mercy School

7 Elmwood Dr Daly City, CA 94015

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 525 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 525 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Our Lady Of Mercy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1955
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Student Body

Total Students
525 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
86%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School community of faith provides for the growth of the whole child based on Catholic/Christian values.
  • It nourishes the spiritual, intellectual, social, psychological and physical growth of each child.
  • Our students are helped to develop their unique abilities and are prepared to succeed in future educational endeavors and to live effectively in the Church, civic and cultural communities.
  • We encourage and support the role of parents as the primary educators and work in cooperation with parents to achieve our goals.
  • We expect our students to consistently put forth their best efforts and we provide a safe, comfortable, Christian environment where students achieve their fullest potential.
  • Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School community of faith provides for the growth of the whole child based on Catholic/Christian values.
  • It nourishes the spiritual, intellectual, social, psychological and physical growth of each child.
  • Our students are helped to develop their unique abilities and are prepared to succeed in future educational endeavors and to live effectively in the Church, civic and cultural communities.
  • We encourage and support the role of parents as the primary educators and work in cooperation with parents to achieve our goals.
  • We expect our students to consistently put forth their best efforts and we provide a safe, comfortable, Christian environment where students achieve their fullest potential.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Our Lady Of Mercy School often compared to?
Our Lady Of Mercy School is often viewed alongside schools like Sts Peter & Paul School, Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew by visitors of our site.
What is Our Lady Of Mercy School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Mercy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Mercy School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Mercy School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Our Lady Of Mercy School located?
Our Lady Of Mercy School is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Daly City, CA.

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