Mercy High School (Farmington Hills, Michigan)

Mercy High School is a private, Roman Catholic, all-girls high school in Farmington Hills, Michigan. It is located in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Detroit and is recognized as a national Exemplary Private High School by the United States Department of Education.

Background

Mercy was established in Detroit in 1945 by the Sisters of Mercy. The school was first accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools in 1951 and moved to Farmington Hills in 1965. In the time since establishment, over 13,000 students have graduated from the school and over 99% of Mercy graduates attend colleges and universities all over the country. Currently the school employs over 100 staff members and provides education for nearly 800 young women.

Mission Statement

"Mercy High School, a Catholic college preparatory school for young women, fosters spiritual, intellectual, moral, physical, and cultural development. Enriched by students from diverse backgrounds, Mercy High nurtures compassionate leaders committed to addressing human needs, working for justice and serving the poor."

Notable alumni

• Meg Mallon, professional golfer
• MoZella, singer-songwriter on Maverick Records

External links

• School Website

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