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#316 of 462 private schools in MI

Immanuel Lutheran School

Elementary School

247 N LINCOLN ST, Bay City, MI 48708

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#316 of 462

In Bay City

#4 of 10

public schools

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About Immanuel Lutheran School

Immanuel Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Bay City, MI. Immanuel Lutheran School serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Immanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #316 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.4 pts below MI schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 82 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 16 public schools serving similar grades in Bay City, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.4:1

This School

16.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

344

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.7

This School

5.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.7% vs 0%

Black 2.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%

Asian 2.4% vs 0%

Immanuel Lutheran School Bay City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Immanuel Lutheran School (this school)	—	82	13.4:1	5.7
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus	0.2 mi	363	19.1:1	6.7
Washington Elementary School	0.4 mi	390	13.9:1	3.8
Hampton Elementary School	1.2 mi	415	16.6:1	5.7
MacGregor Elementary School	1.4 mi	291	12.1:1	4.8
Kolb Elementary School	1.5 mi	454	13.8:1	6.6
Handy Middle School	2.0 mi	618	12.9:1	5.3
State Street Academy	2.0 mi	259	11.8:1	4.8
Bangor Township Virtual School	2.7 mi	156	2.1:1	7.7
Christa McAuliffe Middle School	2.9 mi	650	20.3:1	4.4
Mackensen Elementary School	3.0 mi	248	16.5:1	6.8
Bangor West Central School	3.3 mi	352	25.1:1	5.8
ISDLocal Programs	3.4 mi	95	23.8:1	3.6
Bangor Central School	3.5 mi	336	25.8:1	3.3
McAlearSawden Elem School	4.2 mi	359	15:1	5.4
Bangor Lincoln School	5.0 mi	337	22.5:1	4.6
North Central Academy Campus	109.4 mi	176	19.6:1	6.9

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

B- 5.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 14%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.5 / 10

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Enrollment 82

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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 92.7%

Black 2.4%

Hispanic 2.4%

Asian 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

247 N LINCOLN ST, Bay City, MI 48708

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Immanuel Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kolb Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WR Bush Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Essexville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bay City, see our Bay City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus Bay City	0.2 mi	363	6.7
Bay City Central High School Bay City	0.3 mi	989	6.4
Washington Elementary School Bay City	0.4 mi	390	3.8
ALL SAINTS CENTRAL MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Bay City	0.4 mi	129	8.5
ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY Bay City	0.5 mi	105	8.2
Bay City Eastern High School Bay City	1.2 mi	131	6.5
MacGregor Elementary School Bay City	1.4 mi	291	4.8
Hampton Elementary School Bay City	1.2 mi	415	5.7
Kolb Elementary School Bay City	1.5 mi	454	6.6
WR Bush Elementary School Essexville	1.7 mi	242	6.1
State Street Academy Bay City	2.0 mi	259	4.8
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City	2.1 mi	79	5.1
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City	1.8 mi	165	4.6
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City	1.9 mi	70	5.2
Handy Middle School Bay City	2.0 mi	618	5.3
BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City	2.0 mi	68	4.6
LLCBay Campus Essexville	2.1 mi	50	6.5
BayArenac Community High School Essexville	2.4 mi	188	3.8
Cramer Junior High School Essexville	2.3 mi	456	5.4
Garber High School Essexville	2.4 mi	511	7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,216

Median Home Value

$98,500

Median Rent

$703/mo

Population

25,751

College Educated

17.2%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

19.8%

Median Age

41.7

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ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Hastings, MI	51	5.7
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL East Tawas, MI	70	5.8
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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 82 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Immanuel Lutheran School is 13.4:1. 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 #316 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Immanuel Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Immanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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: 78 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 54 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 82
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Bay County
Phone: (989) 893-8521

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