Gwynedd Mercy Academy, a Catholic college preparatory school, encourages young women to live and act justly in the spirit of Jesus Christ and to follow in the tradition of mercy and service inherited from Catherine McAuley, foundress of the Sisters of Mercy.
Gwynedd Mercy Academy empowers each student to develop her unique talents and abilities and to become a competent and compassionate Christian woman.
Gwynedd is more than a school - it is a sisterhood and a community. Catherine McAuley envisioned the education of women as a means to spread Christian values and effect social change.
Inspired by her vision, the Sisters of Mercy established a Catholic, independent, college-preparatory, secondary school for young women in 1861. Committed to the academic, spiritual and social development of young women, Gwynedd Mercy Academy offers a challenging curriculum, various co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, individual attention, and encouragement towards personal growth.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,600
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Oct. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1861
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 1, 2026
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 1, 2027
Student Body
Total Students
471 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
83%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
19 courses
List of Courses Offered
AP/Advanced Courses
Art 2-DArt Drawing
BiologyCalculus AB
Calculus BCChemistry
Computer Science AComputer Science Principles
English Language and CompositionEnglish Literature
Human GeographyPsychology
Spanish LanguageStatistics
Studio ArtU.S. Government
U.S. History
Average SAT score
1320
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Oct. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,600
Tuition Notes
plus $475 in fees
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Kimberly Dunphy Scott '84
Admissions Associate
Jessica Fletcher
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
23 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
GMA TV
Club or Organization:
Art ClubDiversity Club
Environmental ClubGirls Who Code
Gwynedd AmbassadorsInvestment Club
L.E.A.D.Latin Club
Ministry and ServiceMock Trail
Monarch Media Productions (Yearbook, Newspaper, Magazine, Social Media)Photography Club
Respect LifeScience Club
Sign Language ClubSpeech and Debate Team
Student CouncilWomen Empowerment
Arts and Music Programs:
Girls with GuitarsGlee Club and Chorale
Musical Theatre ProductionOrchestra
School Notes
- School Motto: She is the Future.
- School Mascot: Monarch
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School cost?
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School's tuition is approximately $25,600 for private students.
What schools are Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School often compared to?
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School is often viewed alongside schools like Mount St. Joseph Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School offer?
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School's ranking?
Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest average SAT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School?
The application deadline for Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School is Oct. 1.
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The nearest high school to Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School is Lansdale Catholic High School (3.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Gwynedd-mercy Academy Elementary School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Gwynedd Friends School (0.9 miles away)
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(610) 644-2551
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(215) 233-3177
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(610) 664-6655
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816 Norristown Rd
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(215) 646-4916
Ambler, PA 19002
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(610) 828-2288
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(610) 828-2288
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(610) 687-0650
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(215) 646-4916
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(610) 828-2288
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North Wales, PA 19454
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Beth Or Preschool Kindergarten
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239 E. Welsh Road
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(215) 646-8869
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-8869
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Gr: PK-K | 139 students
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(215) 641-5567
Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437
(215) 641-5567
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(215) 654-9207
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(215) 542-7737
North Wales, PA 19454
(215) 542-7737
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816 Norristown Rd
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-4916
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-4916
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 370 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(215) 646-2665
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-2665
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493 E Main St
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(215) 368-0995
Lansdale, PA 19446
(215) 368-0995
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(610) 275-1775
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(610) 275-1775
3.4 miles
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(215) 646-0150
Ambler, PA 19002
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Daycare / Preschool (Friends)
1101 Dekalb Pike
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(215) 699-5392
North Wales, PA 19454
(215) 699-5392
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 140 students Tuition listed
816 Norristown Rd
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-4916
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-4916
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 370 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Beth Or Preschool Kindergarten
Alternative School (Jewish)
239 E. Welsh Road
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-8869
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 646-8869
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 139 students
Early Childhood Education Center
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
1325 Sumneytown Pike
Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437
(215) 641-5567
Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437
(215) 641-5567
1.1 miles
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Daycare / Preschool
809 N Bethlehem Pike Bldg D
Ambler, PA 19002
(267) 419-8277
Ambler, PA 19002
(267) 419-8277
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 57 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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(Math: 69% | Reading: 77%)
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(484) 266-2000
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(484) 266-2000
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West Chester, PA 19382
(484) 266-2200
West Chester, PA 19382
(484) 266-2200
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West Chester, PA 19382
(484) 266-2700
West Chester, PA 19382
(484) 266-2700
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(484) 266-3300
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(484) 266-3300
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(484) 266-1800
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