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#237 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 49% of private schools
Ascension Lutheran Christian School
Elementary School
1150 W 49TH AVE, Gary, IN 46408
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#237 of 478
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Ascension Lutheran Christian School
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About Ascension Lutheran Christian School
Ascension Lutheran Christian School is a private elementary school in Gary, IN. Ascension Lutheran Christian School serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ascension Lutheran Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #237 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Ascension Lutheran Christian School show 0% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Ascension Lutheran Christian 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.
Ascension Lutheran Christian 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 Ascension Lutheran Christian School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Gary, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ascension Lutheran Christian School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn | 1.7 |
| Bailly Middle School | 5.0 |
| Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School | 4.8 |
| Steel City Academy | 5.2 |
| Gary Virtual Academy | 3.9 |
| Gary Career Center | — |
| Longfellow New Tech Elementary Sch | 3.1 |
| Frankie Woods McCullough Academy | 1.8 |
| Mary M Bethune Early Child Dev Ctr | 2.9 |
| Daniel Hale Williams Elem Sch | 1.7 |
| Beveridge Elementary School | 3.0 |
| Aspire Charter Academy | 6.7 |
| 21st Century Charter Sch of Gary | 6.0 |
| Gary Lighthouse Charter School | 5.6 |
| Thea Bowman Leadership Academy | 4.7 |
| Charter School of the Dunes | 4.3 |
| Banneker Elementary at Marquette | 1.9 |
| Gary Middle School | 5.1 |
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 IN.
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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 IN
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 2 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1150 W 49TH AVE, Gary, IN 46408
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ascension Lutheran Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Higher Institute of Arts & Tech (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Merrillville), with a very similar rating. Another option is AQUINAS CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Merrillville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Edgar L Miller Elementary School (rated 4.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Merrillville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gary, see our Gary schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46408 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,063
Median Home Value
$96,200
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Population
15,571
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
29.8%
Median Age
36.7
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|---|---|
| ABOITE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roanoke, IN | 6.8 |
| CAPITOL CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN | 6.8 |
| CROSS STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anderson, IN | 6.8 |
| ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aurora, IN | 6.8 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Princeton, IN | 6.9 |
| SOUTHERN HILLS MENNONITE SCHOOL Campbellsburg, IN | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ascension Lutheran Christian School
What grades does Ascension Lutheran Christian School serve?
Ascension Lutheran Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ascension Lutheran Christian School?
Ascension Lutheran Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ascension Lutheran Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ascension Lutheran Christian School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ascension Lutheran Christian School rank in IN?
Ascension Lutheran Christian School ranks #237 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Ascension Lutheran Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ascension Lutheran Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ascension Lutheran Christian School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ascension Lutheran Christian School has 0% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is Ascension Lutheran Christian School a private school?
Yes, Ascension Lutheran Christian 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 Ascension Lutheran Christian School a religious school?
Ascension Lutheran Christian School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (219) 887-5031
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