Very Good
#95 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 24% of private schools
Immanuel Lutheran School
Elementary School
1500 LIPPER AVE, Higginsville, MO 64037
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#95 of 399
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Immanuel Lutheran School
Elementary School in Higginsville · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Immanuel Lutheran School
Immanuel Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Higginsville, MO. Immanuel Lutheran School serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Immanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #95 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 67 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.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Immanuel Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 Immanuel Lutheran School compares to the 4 public schools in Higginsville, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Higginsville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Immanuel Lutheran School (this school) | 7.2 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. | 6.0 |
| LAFAYETTE CO. MIDDLE | 6.8 |
| LAFAYETTE CO. HIGH | 7.4 |
| ROLLING MEADOW SCHOOL | — |
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 MO.
Data Unavailable
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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 MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1500 LIPPER AVE, Higginsville, MO 64037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Immanuel Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANTA FE ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Waverly), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARDIN-CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Hardin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Alma), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Higginsville, see our Higginsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI SCHOOLHOUSE Higginsville | 0.8 mi | — |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Higginsville | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LAFAYETTE CO. MIDDLE Higginsville | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| LAFAYETTE CO. HIGH Higginsville | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ROLLING MEADOW SCHOOL Higginsville | 1.6 mi | — |
| SANTA FE HIGH Alma | 8.7 mi | 8.0 |
| CONCORDIA ELEM. Concordia | 9.8 mi | 6.9 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alma | 9.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Concordia | 10.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Concordia | 10.1 mi | 7.1 |
| CONCORDIA HIGH Concordia | 10.4 mi | 5.8 |
| LEXINGTON MIDDLE Lexington | 10.4 mi | 7.0 |
| LEXINGTON HIGH Lexington | 10.6 mi | 3.7 |
| LESLIE BELL ELEM. Lexington | 11.1 mi | 6.7 |
| NORBORNE ELEM. Norborne | 15.3 mi | 5.5 |
| NORBORNE HIGH Norborne | 15.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SANTA FE ELEM. Waverly | 13.3 mi | 8.6 |
| HARDIN-CENTRAL ELEM. Hardin | 14.9 mi | 7.4 |
| HARDIN-CENTRAL HIGH Hardin | 14.9 mi | 7.0 |
| WAVERLY REGIONAL YOUTH CTR. Waverly | 13.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,090
Median Home Value
$178,700
Median Rent
$859/mo
Population
6,325
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEN VILLAGE PRIMARY ACADEMY Kansas City, MO | 7.2 |
| BUCKLIN ELEM. Bucklin, MO | 7.2 |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Norwood, MO | 7.2 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fulton, MO | 7.2 |
| WILLIAMSVILLE ELEM. Williamsville, MO | 7.2 |
| Davis Elem. Clinton, MO | 7.3 |
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 7th.
How many students attend Immanuel Lutheran School?
Immanuel Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Immanuel Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Immanuel Lutheran School is 5.5:1. 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 MO?
Immanuel Lutheran School ranks #95 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Immanuel Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Immanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 67
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lafayette County
- Phone
- (660) 584-2854
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