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#270 of 478 private schools in IN

Emmanuel Christian School

School

129 SOUTHWOOD DR, Wabash, IN 46992

Private

Enrollment

85

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#270 of 478

In Wabash

#1 of 2

public schools

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Emmanuel Christian School

6.5/10

School in Wabash · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Emmanuel Christian School

Emmanuel Christian School is a private school in Wabash, IN. Emmanuel Christian School serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmanuel Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #270 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Emmanuel Christian School show 52% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it comparesOn par with IN schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • IN avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 85 students, Emmanuel 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.

Emmanuel 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.

Emmanuel Christian School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Emmanuel Christian School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Wabash, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
This School
vs
18.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
85
This School
vs
382
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.4% vs 0%
Black 2.4% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Emmanuel Christian School Wabash Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Emmanuel Christian School (this school) 6.5
Wabash High School 4.7
Wabash Middle School 5.1
LH Carpenter Early Learning Center 3.9
O J Neighbours Elementary School 4.6
White's Jr-Sr High School 3.8
Southwood Jr-Sr High School 6.6
Southwood Elementary School 7.7
Sharp Creek Elementary School 6.4
Northfield Jr-Sr High School 6.1
Metro North Elementary 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

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 IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 23%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Enrollment 85
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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)

Math Proficiency 52.2% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 60.0% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 13 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 87.1%
Hispanic 9.4%
Black 2.4%
Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

129 SOUTHWOOD DR, Wabash, IN 46992

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emmanuel Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Southwood Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Manchester Intermediate School (rated 7.7/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Laketon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manchester Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby N. Manchester), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wabash, see our Wabash schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wabash 1.5 mi 6.4
Wabash High School Wabash 2.0 mi 4.7
Wabash Middle School Wabash 2.0 mi 5.1
LH Carpenter Early Learning Center Wabash 2.2 mi 3.9
O J Neighbours Elementary School Wabash 2.6 mi 4.6
COMPASS ROSE ACADEMY Wabash 2.9 mi
White's Jr-Sr High School Wabash 3.2 mi 3.8
Southwood Jr-Sr High School Wabash 3.4 mi 6.6
Southwood Elementary School Wabash 3.7 mi 7.7
Sharp Creek Elementary School Wabash 5.5 mi 6.4
Northfield Jr-Sr High School Wabash 5.5 mi 6.1
Metro North Elementary School Wabash 5.7 mi 5.1
Oak Hill High School Converse 13.7 mi 6.8
Oak Hill Junior High School Converse 13.7 mi 6.5
Manchester Intermediate School Laketon 13.8 mi 7.7
Converse Elementary School Converse 14.3 mi 6.5
Sweetser Elementary School Sweetser 14.5 mi 5.9
Manchester Elementary School N. Manchester 15.4 mi 7.5
MANCHESTER EARLY LEARNING CENTER North Manchester 16.0 mi
Manchester Jr-Sr High School N. Manchester 16.2 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46992 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,500

Median Home Value

$141,800

Median Rent

$697/mo

Population

16,475

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

77.9%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emmanuel Christian School

What grades does Emmanuel Christian School serve?

Emmanuel Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Emmanuel Christian School?

Emmanuel Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Christian 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 Christian School rank in IN?

Emmanuel Christian School ranks #270 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Emmanuel Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Emmanuel Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Christian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Emmanuel Christian School has 52% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Emmanuel Christian School a private school?

Yes, Emmanuel Christian School 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 Christian School a religious school?

Emmanuel Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
85
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Wabash County

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