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#336 of 478 private schools in IN

Emmaus Lutheran School

Elementary School

8626 COVINGTON RD, Fort Wayne, IN 46804

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#336 of 478

In Fort Wayne

#24 of 27

public schools

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About Emmaus Lutheran School

Emmaus Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN. Emmaus Lutheran School serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmaus Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #336 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares0.8 pts below IN schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 168 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.

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 67 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Wayne, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.1:1

This School

13.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

168

This School

485

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 6.5% vs 0%

Black 5.4% vs 0%

Asian 4.2% vs 0%

Emmaus Lutheran School Fort Wayne Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Emmaus Lutheran School (this school)	—	168	18.1:1	5.8
Deer Ridge Elementary	1.2 mi	450	15.5:1	8.1
Whispering Meadow Elementary Sch	1.3 mi	534	14.1:1	4.5
Haverhill Elementary School	1.5 mi	399	14.2:1	8.6
Summit Middle School	1.8 mi	818	15.4:1	7.2
eSACS Virtual School	2.1 mi	74	3.5:1	5.8
Aboite Elementary School	2.2 mi	475	13.6:1	9.4
Woodside Middle School	2.9 mi	1,022	17.6:1	5.8
Covington Elementary School	2.9 mi	777	13.9:1	5.4
Lindley Elementary School	3.5 mi	305	11.7:1	5.7
Portage Middle School	3.6 mi	405	11.6:1	4.9
Indian Village Elementary School	4.2 mi	352	12.1:1	5.0
Kekionga Middle School	4.3 mi	519	13.3:1	4.0
Study Elementary School	4.7 mi	256	10.7:1	3.0
Francis M Price Elementary School	5.1 mi	496	14.2:1	6.2
Waynedale Elementary School	5.2 mi	374	15.6:1	4.5
Washington Elementary School	5.5 mi	210	10:1	4.9
South Wayne Elementary School	5.6 mi	353	11:1	4.7
Maplewood Elementary School	5.7 mi	481	14.1:1	6.0
Smith Academy for Excellence	5.7 mi	76	10.9:1	7.7
Fairfield Elementary School	5.8 mi	480	13.7:1	4.9

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

C+ 3.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.9 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,242

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 29%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 168

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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

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.9%

Hispanic 6.5%

Black 5.4%

Asian 4.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8626 COVINGTON RD, Fort Wayne, IN 46804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emmaus Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aboite Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arcola School (rated 9.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Arcola), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haverhill Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Whispering Meadow Elementary Sch Fort Wayne	1.3 mi	534	4.5
Deer Ridge Elementary Fort Wayne	1.2 mi	450	8.1
Haverhill Elementary School Fort Wayne	1.5 mi	399	8.6
ST Fort Wayne	1.7 mi	474	6.8
Summit Middle School Fort Wayne	1.8 mi	818	7.2
Homestead High School Fort Wayne	1.9 mi	2,408	8.1
eSACS Virtual School Fort Wayne	2.1 mi	74	5.8
Aboite Elementary School Fort Wayne	2.2 mi	475	9.4
CANTERBURY SCHOOL Fort Wayne	2.4 mi	687	8.6
Arcola School Arcola	3.5 mi	230	9.0
Woodside Middle School Fort Wayne	2.9 mi	1,022	5.8
Covington Elementary School Fort Wayne	2.9 mi	777	5.4
Lindley Elementary School Fort Wayne	3.5 mi	305	5.7
Portage Middle School Fort Wayne	3.6 mi	405	4.9
Lafayette Meadow School Roanoke	4.8 mi	598	8.1
Indian Village Elementary School Fort Wayne	4.2 mi	352	5.0
Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne	4.3 mi	519	4.0
Study Elementary School Fort Wayne	4.7 mi	256	3.0
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Wayne	4.8 mi	170	6.2
Waynedale Elementary School Fort Wayne	5.2 mi	374	4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,778

Median Home Value

$241,000

Median Rent

$1,134/mo

Population

29,177

College Educated

44.4%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

41.5

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ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Goshen, IN	125	5.8
ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chesterton, IN	225	5.8
Eminence Elementary School Eminence, IN	113	5.7
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ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Vernon, IN	180	5.7

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 168 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Emmaus Lutheran School is 18.1:1. 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 IN?

Emmaus Lutheran School ranks #336 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Emmaus Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Emmaus Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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: 6 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 53 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 168
Gender Split: 56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 6.9 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Allen County
Phone: (260) 459-7722

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