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#169 of 225 private schools in AZ
Emmaus Lutheran School
Elementary School
3841 W SWEETWATER AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85029
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#169 of 225
In Phoenix
#35 of 44
public schools
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Emmaus Lutheran School
Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Emmaus Lutheran School
Emmaus Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Phoenix, AZ. Emmaus Lutheran School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmaus Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #169 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Emmaus 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.
Emmaus 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 Emmaus Lutheran School compares to 360 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emmaus Lutheran School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Chaparral Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Tumbleweed Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Sahuaro School | 7.4 |
| Ironwood Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Cholla Middle School | 6.0 |
| Desert Foothills Middle School | 6.5 |
| Lakeview Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Acacia Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Abraham Lincoln Traditional School | 8.2 |
| Reid Traditional Schools' Painted Rock Academy | 8.3 |
| Cactus Wren Elementary School | 4.0 |
| John Jacobs Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Shaw Butte School | 5.5 |
| Sage Academy | 4.4 |
| Vista College Preparatory - Metro North Middle | 7.5 |
| Vista College Preparatory - Metro North Elementary | 7.4 |
| Moon Mountain School | 7.2 |
| Imagine Cortez Park Elementary | 4.9 |
| Imagine Cortez Park Middle | 4.6 |
| Alta Vista Elementary School | 3.7 |
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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
3841 W SWEETWATER AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emmaus Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ironwood Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Abraham Lincoln Traditional School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chaparral Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chaparral Elementary School Phoenix | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| West-MEC - Moon Valley High School Phoenix | 0.6 mi | — |
| Moon Valley High School Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Tumbleweed Elementary School Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Sahuaro School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Sweetwater School Glendale | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Ironwood Elementary School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| GARY K. HERBERGER YOUNG SCHOLARS ACADEMY Glendale | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Cholla Middle School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Desert Foothills Middle School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Arroyo Elementary School Glendale | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL SOUTH Glendale | 1.3 mi | — |
| Lakeview Elementary School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Abraham Lincoln Traditional School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Acacia Elementary School Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Greenway High School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Sunburst School Glendale | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| West-MEC - Greenway High School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | — |
| Intelli-School - Metro Center Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,384
Median Home Value
$307,800
Median Rent
$1,319/mo
Population
49,433
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emmaus Lutheran School
What grades does Emmaus Lutheran School serve?
Emmaus Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Emmaus Lutheran School?
Emmaus Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmaus Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emmaus Lutheran School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Emmaus Lutheran School rank in AZ?
Emmaus Lutheran School ranks #169 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Emmaus Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emmaus Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Emmaus Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Emmaus Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Emmaus Lutheran School a religious school?
Emmaus Lutheran School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (602) 843-3853
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