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#325 of 478 private schools in IN

Emmanuel-st Michael School

Elementary School

1123 UNION ST, Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#325 of 478

In Fort Wayne

#22 of 27

public schools

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About Emmanuel-st Michael School

Emmanuel-st Michael School is a private elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN. Emmanuel-st Michael School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmanuel-st Michael School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Emmanuel-st Michael School show 71% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares0.7 pts below IN schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Emmanuel-st Michael 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.

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How Emmanuel-st Michael School compares to 67 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Wayne, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.1:1

This School

13.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

336

This School

485

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.8% vs 0%

Black 3.3% vs 0%

Asian 0.9% vs 0%

Emmanuel-st Michael School Fort Wayne Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Emmanuel-st Michael School (this school)	—	336	15.1:1	5.9
Washington Elementary School	0.1 mi	210	10:1	4.9
Smith Academy for Excellence	0.2 mi	76	10.9:1	7.7
Fort Wayne Virtual Academy	0.7 mi	202	10.1:1	5.7
Bloomingdale Elementary School	0.9 mi	328	10.9:1	6.1
Fairfield Elementary School	1.1 mi	480	13.7:1	4.9
South Wayne Elementary School	1.1 mi	353	11:1	4.7
Study Elementary School	1.1 mi	256	10.7:1	3.0
Bunche Elementary School	1.6 mi	233	15.5:1	6.8
Whitney M Young Early Childhood	1.7 mi	215	14.3:1	7.1
Francis M Price Elementary School	1.8 mi	496	14.2:1	6.2
Weisser Park Elementary School	1.8 mi	600	14.6:1	6.7
Portage Middle School	1.9 mi	405	11.6:1	4.9
Franke Park Elementary School	2.0 mi	406	14:1	5.3
Harrison Hill Elementary School	2.0 mi	642	12.8:1	5.8
Indian Village Elementary School	2.1 mi	352	12.1:1	5.0
Lindley Elementary School	2.1 mi	305	11.7:1	5.7
Allen Co Juvenile Center	2.1 mi	24	0.7:1	—
Forest Park Elementary School	2.1 mi	587	13.7:1	5.9
Memorial Park Middle School	2.2 mi	611	14.9:1	6.7
Lakeside Middle School	2.3 mi	500	13.2:1	4.4

Showing 20 of 67 schools. View all schools in Fort Wayne

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

B- 5.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.1:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.2 / 10

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School Day Length 5.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,044

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 34%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 336

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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 71.2% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

42.1% (2025 ILEARN)

ELA Proficiency 70.8% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.4%

Two or More 10.4%

Hispanic 4.8%

Black 3.3%

Asian 0.9%

Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1123 UNION ST, Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emmanuel-st Michael School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitney M Young Early Childhood (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Washington Elementary School Fort Wayne	0.1 mi	210	4.9
Smith Academy for Excellence Fort Wayne	0.2 mi	76	7.7
EMMAUS LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fort Wayne	0.7 mi	158	5.6
Bloomingdale Elementary School Fort Wayne	0.9 mi	328	6.1
Fort Wayne Virtual Academy Fort Wayne	0.7 mi	202	5.7
South Wayne Elementary School Fort Wayne	1.1 mi	353	4.7
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Wayne	0.9 mi	170	6.2
Fairfield Elementary School Fort Wayne	1.1 mi	480	4.9
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne	0.9 mi	168	7.6
Study Elementary School Fort Wayne	1.1 mi	256	3.0
South Side High School Fort Wayne	1.6 mi	1,459	5.8
QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Fort Wayne	1.7 mi	148	8.7
North Side High School Fort Wayne	1.8 mi	1,460	5.6
Francis M Price Elementary School Fort Wayne	1.8 mi	496	6.2
Franke Park Elementary School Fort Wayne	2.0 mi	406	5.3
Bunche Elementary School Fort Wayne	1.6 mi	233	6.8
Harrison Hill Elementary School Fort Wayne	2.0 mi	642	5.8
Allen Co Juvenile Center Fort Wayne	2.1 mi	24	—
Whitney M Young Early Childhood Fort Wayne	1.7 mi	215	7.1
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST Fort Wayne	2.1 mi	250	7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,903

Median Home Value

$131,600

Median Rent

$880/mo

Population

10,360

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

34.8%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

27.7%

Median Age

34.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Brush Creek Elementary School North Vernon, IN	293	5.9
CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Haven, IN	294	5.9
Central Noble Elementary School Albion, IN	229	5.9
DE MOTTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Demotte, IN	304	5.9
Eastbrook North Elementary Van Buren, IN	315	5.9
Eastwood Elementary School New Castle, IN	280	5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emmanuel-st Michael School

What grades does Emmanuel-st Michael School serve?

Emmanuel-st Michael School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Emmanuel-st Michael School?

Emmanuel-st Michael School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel-st Michael School?

The student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel-st Michael School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Emmanuel-st Michael School rank in IN?

Emmanuel-st Michael School ranks #325 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Emmanuel-st Michael School's MySchoolScout rating?

Emmanuel-st Michael School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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-st Michael School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Emmanuel-st Michael School has 71% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Emmanuel-st Michael School a private school?

Yes, Emmanuel-st Michael 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 Emmanuel-st Michael School a religious school?

Emmanuel-st Michael School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 84 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 51 Good Transit
Bike Score: 75 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 336
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 22
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 5.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Allen County
Phone: (260) 422-6712

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