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Catholic high school

Mercy Academy

  • LocationLouisville, KY
  • Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 9–12 · 508 students
  • SponsorSisters of Mercy of the Americas

All-female

Official website

Mercy Academy is an all-girls Catholic high school at 5801 Fegenbush Lane in Louisville, Kentucky, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. All students attend scheduled Masses and prayer services, four years of theology are required for the diploma, and every grade has a retreat. Campus Ministry lists a monthly prayer gathering in the Mercy chapel and several faith-based student groups.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Mercy Academy, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSaint Bartholomew Catholic Church: 1.4 mi1Saint Ignatius Martyr Catholic Church: 1.4 mi2Catholic church (unnamed in OpenStreetMap): 1.7 mi3Saint Athanasius Catholic Church: 2.0 mi4Saint Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church: 2.2 mi5Saint Martha Catholic Church: 2.5 mi6Campus Ministry, Mercy Academy: 0.3 miMercy Academy (campus)N2 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Bartholomew Catholic Church — 1.4 mi · 2040 Buechel Bank Road, Louisville
  2. Saint Ignatius Martyr Catholic Church — 1.4 mi · 1818 Rangeland Road, Louisville
  3. Catholic church (unnamed in OpenStreetMap) — 1.7 mi
  4. Saint Athanasius Catholic Church — 2.0 mi · 5915 Outer Loop, Louisville
  5. Saint Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church — 2.2 mi
  6. Saint Martha Catholic Church — 2.5 mi · 2825 Klondike Lane, Louisville

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

N/ASacramental life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Sacramental life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearA few times a year (All students attend scheduled Masses.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgies | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/liturgies · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students attend scheduled Masses and prayer services.”
      All students attend scheduled school Masses and prayer services; no frequency is stated.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest (School Masses are confirmed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgies | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/liturgies · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students attend scheduled Masses and prayer services.”
      All students attend scheduled school Masses and prayer services; no frequency is stated.
ATheology and curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (Theology is 4 credits. Using the school's convention that a full-year course is 1 credit (English is 4 credits over four years), this is four years.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Program of Studies | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/academics/program-of-study · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “WOrld Language: 2 Credits Theology: 4 credits Total 28 credits”
      Mercy Academy requires 4 credits of theology for the diploma.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes (Stated in the school's faith-based education page and mission statement.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Faith-Based Education | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “By integrating faith teachings into the curriculum, students learn to navigate ethical dilemmas, develop a strong moral compass and cultivate a sense of responsibility towards themselves and others.”
      The school integrates faith teachings into its curriculum.
    2. Mission & Educational Philosophy | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/about-us/mission-educational-philosophy · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “We teach each student an awareness of the religious and ethical dimensions of life so that her talents and knowledge will be used with wisdom, compassion, and integrity.”
      The educational philosophy says religious dimensions of life are taught to every student.
ACampus culture: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    RetreatsA retreat for every grade (Freshman, sophomore, junior and senior retreats are listed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Retreats | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshman Retreat: A Comfortable cup of tea: Discovering who you are in your transition to high school”
      A freshman retreat is held.
      “Sophomore Retreat: What are my superpowers?”
      A sophomore retreat is held.
      “Junior Retreat: community”
      A junior retreat is held.
      “Senior Retreat: christian awakening - Step into the daylight”
      A senior retreat is held.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (Two named ministry staff: Mrs. Frances Ashbrook (Campus Ministry contact) and Elissa Horrell, Director of Mission Integration.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Please contact Mrs. Frances Ashbrook with questions regarding Campus Ministry at Mercy.”
      Mrs. Frances Ashbrook is the contact for Campus Ministry.
    2. Retreats | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Please contact Elissa Horrell, Director of Mission Integration, if you are interested with helping at retreats or the Parent Prayer Nights for all retreats.”
      Elissa Horrell is Director of Mission Integration and is the contact for retreats.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsTwo or more (Faith-based groups include Mercy Students in Ministry, Students for Life, the Liturgy Planning and Prayer Committee and the St. Joseph of Arimathea Society.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs & Committees | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/student-life/extra-curricular-activities/clubs · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Make Mercy Real is an umbrella of four Campus Ministry, Faith-Based Student Groups: Live Mercy, Sisters in Faith, Liturgy Planning & Prayer and the St. Joseph of Arimathea Society.”
      Campus Ministry runs faith-based student groups under the Make Mercy Real umbrella.
      “Mercy Students in Ministry offers students the opportunity to share their faith and live Mercy.”
      Mercy Students in Ministry is a faith-based student group.
      “The Students for Life Club recognizes the value of all human life, from the moment of conception to natural death.”
      Students for Life is a student club listed by the school.
      “The Catholic Liturgy Planning Committee is a dedicated group students who organize and coordinate the various elements of our worship services.”
      A student Liturgy Planning and Prayer Committee organizes worship services.
      “The St. Joseph of Arimathea Society lives out the works of mercy to Pray for the Living and the Dead and also to Bury the Dead.”
      The St. Joseph of Arimathea Society is a student ministry group.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayYes (All students attend scheduled Masses and prayer services as part of the school program.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgies | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/liturgies · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Students have a number of opportunities to worship God in the Catholic tradition.”
      Students have regular opportunities to worship in the Catholic tradition.
N/AService and Catholic social teaching: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Service and Catholic social teaching

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Required service hoursNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs & Committees | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/student-life/extra-curricular-activities/clubs · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Students for Life Club recognizes the value of all human life, from the moment of conception to natural death.”
      Students for Life is a student club listed by the school.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (The four-year service-learning and leadership program includes immersions, agency partnerships and meetings with legislators.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Service-Learning & Leadership Program | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/service-learning-leadership-program · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Students are called to be leaders who act for justice in our community through direct action, by addressing immediate needs in our community, and social action, by addressing root causes of injustice to bring about long-term systemic change.”
      The four-year service-learning program prepares students to act for justice.
      “Students partner with local agencies over eight weeks to learn the stories of those most vulnerable in our community”
      Sophomores partner with local agencies, and juniors meet with legislators in Frankfort on systemic change.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • All students attend scheduled Masses and prayer services.
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgies | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/liturgies · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students attend scheduled Masses and prayer services.”
      All students attend scheduled school Masses and prayer services; no frequency is stated.
  • Four years of theology are required for the diploma, and a retreat is offered for each grade.
    Sources (2)
    1. Program of Studies | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/academics/program-of-study · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “WOrld Language: 2 Credits Theology: 4 credits Total 28 credits”
      Mercy Academy requires 4 credits of theology for the diploma.
    2. Retreats | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshman Retreat: A Comfortable cup of tea: Discovering who you are in your transition to high school”
      A freshman retreat is held.
      “Sophomore Retreat: What are my superpowers?”
      A sophomore retreat is held.
      “Junior Retreat: community”
      A junior retreat is held.
      “Senior Retreat: christian awakening - Step into the daylight”
      A senior retreat is held.
  • Several faith-based student groups are listed, including Students for Life and Mercy Students in Ministry.
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs & Committees | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/student-life/extra-curricular-activities/clubs · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Make Mercy Real is an umbrella of four Campus Ministry, Faith-Based Student Groups: Live Mercy, Sisters in Faith, Liturgy Planning & Prayer and the St. Joseph of Arimathea Society.”
      Campus Ministry runs faith-based student groups under the Make Mercy Real umbrella.
      “Mercy Students in Ministry offers students the opportunity to share their faith and live Mercy.”
      Mercy Students in Ministry is a faith-based student group.
      “The Students for Life Club recognizes the value of all human life, from the moment of conception to natural death.”
      Students for Life is a student club listed by the school.

Concerns

None recorded.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry, Mercy Academy

  • Address: 5801 Fegenbush Lane, Louisville, KY 40228
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel

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Catholic clubs and student life

12 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 4 off campus, 8 location not published

Retreats 4

Faith formation 2

  • Make Mercy Real
    Umbrella of four Campus Ministry faith-based student groups: Live Mercy, Sisters in Faith, Liturgy Planning and Prayer, and the St. Joseph of Arimathea Society.
    mercyacademy.com
  • Families at Mercy Prayer Group
    Fridays, once a month in the Mercy chapel and by Zoom the other Fridays
    Prayer group for parents, grandparents, guardians and family members that prays for every student, faculty and staff member once per semester.
    mercyacademy.com

Clubs and groups 2

  • Mercy Students in Ministry
    Faith-based student group that shares faith through retreat leading, serving at Mass, Advent and Lent activities and morning prayer.
    mercyacademy.com
  • Students for Life
    Club that fosters an appreciation for all life and aims to raise awareness of Catholic social teaching.
    mercyacademy.com

Liturgy and prayer 2

  • Liturgy Planning and Prayer Committee
    Student committee that plans and coordinates the school's worship services.
    mercyacademy.com
  • Grandparent Mass
    Wednesday, November 18, 2026 (juniors and seniors); Wednesday, March 17, 2027 (freshmen and sophomores)
    Mass for grandparents of students in each grade group.
    mercyacademy.com

Service 2

  • St. Joseph of Arimathea Society
    Works of mercy to pray for the living and the dead and bury the dead, in partnership with Meadow View Cemetery.
    mercyacademy.com, mercyacademy.com
  • Service-Learning and Leadership Program
    Four-year program, freshman through senior year
    Nationally recognized four-year program with immersions, eight weeks of agency partnership in sophomore year, and a year-long senior service project.
    mercyacademy.com, mercyacademy.com

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (2)
  1. Campus Ministry | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/faith-service/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Please contact Mrs. Frances Ashbrook with questions regarding Campus Ministry at Mercy.”
    Mrs. Frances Ashbrook is the contact for Campus Ministry.
    “The group meets every Friday, once per month in the Mercy chapel and remotely on zoom the remaining Fridays”
    The Families at Mercy Prayer Group meets once a month in the Mercy chapel and by Zoom on other Fridays.
    “Please contact Mrs. Frances Ashbrook with questions regarding Campus Ministry at Mercy.”
    Mrs. Frances Ashbrook is the contact for Campus Ministry.
    “The group meets every Friday, once per month in the Mercy chapel and remotely on zoom the remaining Fridays”
    The Families at Mercy Prayer Group meets once a month in the Mercy chapel and by Zoom on other Fridays.
  2. Contact Us | Mercy Academymercyacademy.com/about-us/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Mercy Academy 5801 Fegenbush Lane Louisville, KY 40228”
    The school is at 5801 Fegenbush Lane, Louisville, KY 40228.

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Academic Excellence

BAcademic Excellence: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
75 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.91%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.11.8 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeIndependent Catholic school
DioceseArchdiocese of Louisville, KY
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)508
Students in grades 9–12508
Coed or single-sexAll-female
Student–teacher ratio11.8 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges91%
SettingCity

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Archdiocese of Louisville

The Most Reverend Shelton J. Fabre, Archbishop of Louisville

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: usccb.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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Yes. Mercy Academy is a Catholic high school in the Archdiocese of Louisville. Its sponsor is Sisters of Mercy of the Americas.

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