Average
#112 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 49% of private schools
Emmanuel Lutheran School
Elementary School
715 W SOUTHERN AVE, Tempe, AZ 85282
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#112 of 225
In Tempe
#6 of 9
public schools
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Emmanuel Lutheran School
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About Emmanuel Lutheran School
Emmanuel Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Tempe, AZ. Emmanuel Lutheran School serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #112 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Emmanuel Lutheran School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Emmanuel Lutheran School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Emmanuel Lutheran School compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Tempe, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emmanuel Lutheran School (this school) | 6.3 |
| McKemy Academy of International Studies | 6.0 |
| Carminati School | 4.9 |
| Broadmor Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Pinnacle Online High School | 3.1 |
| Holdeman Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Getz School | 7.8 |
| Wood School | 5.2 |
| Aguilar School | 5.8 |
| Tempe Preparatory Academy | 8.7 |
| Geneva Epps Mosley Middle School | 3.9 |
| Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Arredondo Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Meyer Montessori | 8.3 |
| Scales Technology Academy | 5.1 |
| Rover Elementary School | 7.9 |
| New School for the Arts Middle School | 6.1 |
| Fees College Preparatory Middle School | 4.2 |
| Tempe Elementary Online Community | — |
| James Madison Preparatory School | 6.2 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy Digital | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in Tempe
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
715 W SOUTHERN AVE, Tempe, AZ 85282
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emmanuel Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadmor Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Getz School (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tempe, see our Tempe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOOR ACADEMY OF ARIZONA Tempe | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| McKemy Academy of International Studies Tempe | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Tempe High School Tempe | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Broadmor Elementary School Tempe | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Carminati School Tempe | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Getz School Tempe | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Holdeman Elementary School Tempe | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Wood School Tempe | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Pinnacle High School - Tempe Tempe | 1.3 mi | — |
| Pinnacle Online High School Tempe | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Frank Elementary School Guadalupe | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Geneva Epps Mosley Middle School Tempe | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Aguilar School Tempe | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Tempe | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| TAPBI Tempe | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tempe | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| BANNER ACADEMY Tempe | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Tempe Preparatory Academy Tempe | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| International Commerce High School - Tempe Tempe | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Humanities and Sciences Academy Arizona Phoenix | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85282 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,084
Median Home Value
$370,000
Median Rent
$1,627/mo
Population
54,501
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
32.8
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|---|---|
| CROSS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise, AZ | 6.3 |
| Children First Leadership Academy Mesa, AZ | 6.3 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chandler, AZ | 6.3 |
| Jeddito School Keams Canyon, AZ | 6.3 |
| Mountain Oak Charter School Prescott, AZ | 6.3 |
| Carden of Tucson Tucson, AZ | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emmanuel Lutheran School
What grades does Emmanuel Lutheran School serve?
Emmanuel Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Emmanuel Lutheran School?
Emmanuel Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Lutheran School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Emmanuel Lutheran School rank in AZ?
Emmanuel Lutheran School ranks #112 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Emmanuel Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emmanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Emmanuel Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Emmanuel Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Emmanuel Lutheran School a religious school?
Emmanuel Lutheran School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (480) 967-3991
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