Very Good
#84 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 17% of private schools
Emmanuel Baptist Academy
School
760 MCCOOL RD, Valparaiso, IN 46385
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#84 of 478
In Valparaiso
#1 of 5
public schools
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About Emmanuel Baptist Academy
Emmanuel Baptist Academy is a private school in Valparaiso, IN. Emmanuel Baptist Academy serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmanuel Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Emmanuel Baptist Academy show 37% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Emmanuel Baptist Academy 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 7.7:1 students to teachers, Emmanuel Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Emmanuel Baptist Academy 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 Baptist Academy compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Valparaiso, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emmanuel Baptist Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| South Haven Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Paul Saylor Elementary School | 2.9 |
| John Simatovich Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Wheeler High School | 7.7 |
| Union Township Middle School | 9.0 |
| Cooks Corners Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Union Center Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Valparaiso High School | 7.9 |
| Northview Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Memorial Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Flint Lake Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Benjamin Franklin Middle School | 8.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School | 8.1 |
| Central Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Parkview Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Heavilin Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Jackson Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Washington Twp Middle/High School | 8.5 |
| Washington Twp Elementary School | 5.5 |
Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Valparaiso
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 6 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
760 MCCOOL RD, Valparaiso, IN 46385
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emmanuel Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. John Simatovich Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Union Township Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Chesterton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Valparaiso, see our Valparaiso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Haven Elementary School Valparaiso | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Paul Saylor Elementary School Valparaiso | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Portage High School Portage | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Rowena Kyle Elementary School Portage | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| John Simatovich Elementary School Valparaiso | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Ethel R Jones Elementary School Portage | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| NATIVITY OF OUR SAVIOR/DIOCESE Portage | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Central Elementary School Portage | 2.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Willowcreek Middle School Portage | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Wallace Aylesworth Elementary Portage | 3.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Crisman Elementary School Portage | 3.8 mi | 3.8 |
| George L Myers Elementary School Portage | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| William Fegely Middle School Portage | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Neighbors' New Vistas High School Portage | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Liberty Elementary School Chesterton | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Liberty Intermediate School Chesterton | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Wheeler High School Valparaiso | 4.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Union Township Middle School Valparaiso | 4.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Union Center Elementary School Valparaiso | 5.3 mi | 8.6 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Valparaiso | 5.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,208
Median Home Value
$305,400
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
41,390
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
87.9%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HEBRON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hebron, IN | 8.1 |
| Smith Academy for Excellence Fort Wayne, IN | 7.7 |
| ANDERSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anderson, IN | 8.2 |
| UNION BIBLE ACADEMY Westfield, IN | 7.6 |
| GRACE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plymouth, IN | 7.5 |
| BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Terre Haute, IN | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emmanuel Baptist Academy
What grades does Emmanuel Baptist Academy serve?
Emmanuel Baptist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.
How many students attend Emmanuel Baptist Academy?
Emmanuel Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Baptist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Baptist Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Emmanuel Baptist Academy rank in IN?
Emmanuel Baptist Academy ranks #84 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Emmanuel Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Emmanuel Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Emmanuel Baptist Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emmanuel Baptist Academy has 37% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is Emmanuel Baptist Academy a private school?
Yes, Emmanuel Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist 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 Baptist Academy a religious school?
Emmanuel Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 10th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Porter County
- Phone
- (219) 759-3317
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