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Emmaus Lutheran School

Elementary School

840 S ALMANSOR ST, Alhambra, CA 91801

Private

Enrollment

108

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#542 of 1,787

In Alhambra

#3 of 8

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Emmaus Lutheran School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Alhambra · 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 Alhambra, CA. Emmaus Lutheran School serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmaus Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #542 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.7 pts above CA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 108 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.

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Emmaus Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

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

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How Emmaus Lutheran School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Alhambra, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
This School
vs
21.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
108
This School
vs
598
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 67.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 14.8% vs 0%
White 2.8% vs 0%
Emmaus Lutheran School Alhambra Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Emmaus Lutheran School (this school) 6.9
Martha Baldwin Elementary 8.3
Granada Elementary 5.2
Ramona Elementary 7.4
William Northrup Elementary 7.8
Garfield Elementary 7.8
Marguerita Elementary 8.1
Park Elementary 8.1
Emery Park Elementary 7.7
Fremont Elementary 7.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,255.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 108
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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 CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 67.6%
Hispanic 14.8%
Two or More 14.8%
White 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

840 S ALMANSOR ST, Alhambra, CA 91801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emmaus Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Martha Baldwin Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby San Gabriel), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ramona Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alhambra, see our Alhambra schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Emmaus Lutheran Alhambra 0.0 mi
Martha Baldwin Elementary Alhambra 0.1 mi 8.3
Lily's Garden Preschool and Kindergarten Alhambra 0.3 mi
LILY'S GARDEN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Alhambra 0.3 mi 4.1
San Gabriel High San Gabriel 0.6 mi 8.4
GRACE GARDEN PRESCHOOL Alhambra 0.7 mi
Granada Elementary Alhambra 0.8 mi 5.2
SIERRA SCHOOL OF ALHAMBRA Alhambra 0.9 mi 6.0
SAN GABRIEL MISSION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Gabriel 0.9 mi 6.3
Sierra School of Alhambra Alhambra 0.9 mi
McKinley Elementary San Gabriel 0.8 mi 7.6
GROWING TIME MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Gabriel 1.0 mi
Alhambra High Alhambra 0.9 mi 8.1
San Gabriel Mission High School San Gabriel 1.0 mi
Options for Youth San Gabriel Covina 1.0 mi 4.5
SAN GABRIEL MISSION HIGH SCHOOL San Gabriel 1.0 mi 4.8
Mark Keppel High Alhambra 1.1 mi 8.0
Angel's Montessori Preschool, Inc. Alhambra 1.0 mi
ANGEL'S MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Alhambra 1.0 mi
Ramona Elementary Alhambra 1.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,549

Median Home Value

$797,000

Median Rent

$1,879/mo

Population

53,730

College Educated

40.6%

Homeownership

37.7%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

41.7

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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 108 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmaus Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Emmaus Lutheran School is 9.7:1. 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 CA?

Emmaus Lutheran School ranks #542 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Emmaus Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Emmaus Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Lutheran Church - Missouri 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 Emmaus Lutheran School a religious school?

Emmaus Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
108
Gender Split
68% M / 32% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.9 hours
Days Per Year
182 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County

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