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#267 of 478 private schools in IN
St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School
Elementary School
3845 E 1100 N, Decatur, IN 46733
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#267 of 478
In Decatur
#1 of 3
public schools
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St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School
Elementary School in Decatur · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School
St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Decatur, IN. St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #267 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School show 18% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, St Peter-immanuel 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Peter-immanuel 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
BetaHow St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School compares to the 3 public schools in Decatur, IN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Decatur
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Bellmont Middle School | 6.1 |
| Bellmont Elementary | 5.3 |
| Bellmont Senior High School | 7.8 |
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 3 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3845 E 1100 N, Decatur, IN 46733
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestview Elementary School (rated 9.8/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Convoy), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LOUIS ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Heritage Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Monroeville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monroeville | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monroeville | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Bellmont Middle School Decatur | 5.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Bellmont Elementary Decatur | 5.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Bellmont Senior High School Decatur | 5.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Decatur | 6.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Heritage Elementary School Monroeville | 7.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Heritage Jr/Sr High School Monroeville | 7.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ST JOHN-EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Monroeville | 7.0 mi | 6.8 |
| PLEASANT MILLS SCHOOL Decatur | 9.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Crestview Early Childhood Center Convoy | 8.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Crestview High School Convoy | 8.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Crestview Elementary School Convoy | 8.5 mi | 9.8 |
| Crestview Middle School Convoy | 8.5 mi | 8.7 |
| ST LOUIS ACADEMY New Haven | 10.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Adams Central Elementary School Monroe | 11.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Adams Central High School Monroe | 11.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Adams Central Middle School Monroe | 11.8 mi | 7.6 |
| COUNTRY VALLEY SCHOOL Monroe | 13.1 mi | 3.8 |
| SWISS VALLEY SCHOOL Monroe | 12.7 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46733 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,804
Median Home Value
$162,500
Median Rent
$818/mo
Population
19,246
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTH LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Liberty, IN | 6.5 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fowler, IN | 6.5 |
| ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wabash, IN | 6.4 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lanesville, IN | 6.4 |
| THE CHILDRENS HOUSE, INC. Indidnapolis, IN | 6.4 |
| CENTER GROVE MONTESSORI Greenwood, IN | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School
What grades does St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School serve?
St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School?
St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School rank in IN?
St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School ranks #267 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter-immanuel Lutheran 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 St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School has 18% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Peter-immanuel 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 St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School a religious school?
St Peter-immanuel Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Adams County
- Phone
- (260) 623-6115
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