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#436 of 462 private schools in MI

Immanuel Lutheran School

Elementary School

355 WILSON ST, Alpena, MI 49707

Private

Enrollment

90

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#436 of 462

In Alpena

#1 of 2

public schools

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Immanuel Lutheran School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Alpena · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Besser Elementary School

4.8/10

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7.4/10

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About Immanuel Lutheran School

Immanuel Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Alpena, MI. Immanuel Lutheran School serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Immanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #436 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares1.9 pts below MI schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 90 students, 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.

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

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How Immanuel Lutheran School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Alpena, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
90
This School
vs
403
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.6% vs 0%
Asian 2.2% vs 0%
Black 1.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%
Immanuel Lutheran School Alpena Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Immanuel Lutheran School (this school) 4.2
Besser Elementary School 4.8
Pied Piper School 7.4
Lincoln Elementary 4.0
Ella M White Elementary 5.3
Alpena High School 6.6
ACES Academy 5.3
Thunder Bay Junior High School 4.6
Hinks Elementary 4.8

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 MI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 9%
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 90
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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 MI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 95.6%
Asian 2.2%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

355 WILSON ST, Alpena, MI 49707

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Immanuel Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sanborn Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Ossineke), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rogers City Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 29.3 miles away, in nearby Rogers City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Posen Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Posen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alpena, see our Alpena schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 29.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Besser Elementary School Alpena 0.1 mi 4.8
Pied Piper School Alpena 0.3 mi 7.4
Lincoln Elementary Alpena 1.5 mi 4.0
Ella M White Elementary Alpena 1.9 mi 5.3
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alpena 1.7 mi 3.9
ACES Academy Alpena 2.0 mi 5.3
Alpena High School Alpena 2.0 mi 6.6
Thunder Bay Junior High School Alpena 2.3 mi 4.6
Hinks Elementary Alpena 5.3 mi 4.8
Sanborn Elementary Ossineke 12.7 mi 6.5
Wilson Elementary Herron 10.9 mi 5.0
Posen Consolidated High School Posen 17.5 mi 8.2
Posen Elementary School Posen 17.5 mi 6.3
Alcona Elementary School Harrisville 29.2 mi 4.0
Alcona Community High School Harrisville 29.5 mi 7.6
Hillman Elementary School Hillman 21.8 mi 4.0
Hillman Community JrSr High School Hillman 22.2 mi 7.6
ST IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rogers City 28.7 mi 5.9
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rogers City 29.2 mi 4.8
Rogers City Elementary School Rogers City 29.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,699

Median Home Value

$134,900

Median Rent

$642/mo

Population

22,050

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

76.4%

Avg Commute

15.6 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

47.7

Similar Schools

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John R Rodger Elementary School Bellaire, MI 4.2
MONROE CATHOLIC ES - ST. MICHAEL CAMPUS Monroe, MI 4.2
Muskegon Maritime Academy Muskegon, MI 4.3
CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pigeon, MI 4.4
EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids, MI 4.0
Linwood Elementary School Linwood, MI 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Immanuel Lutheran School

What grades does Immanuel Lutheran School serve?

Immanuel Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Immanuel Lutheran School?

Immanuel Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Immanuel Lutheran School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Immanuel Lutheran School rank in MI?

Immanuel Lutheran School ranks #436 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Immanuel Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Immanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Immanuel Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, 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 Immanuel Lutheran School a religious school?

Immanuel Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
90
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Alpena County

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