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#130 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 32% of private schools
Emmanuel Lutheran School
Elementary School
51 WILBURN PL, Asheville, NC 28806
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#130 of 404
In Asheville
#8 of 14
public schools
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About Emmanuel Lutheran School
Emmanuel Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Asheville, NC. Emmanuel Lutheran School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Emmanuel 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Emmanuel Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Emmanuel 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 Emmanuel Lutheran School compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Asheville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emmanuel Lutheran School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Lucy S. Herring Elementary | 6.6 |
| Asheville PEAK Academy | 6.8 |
| Johnston Elementary | 3.2 |
| Francine Delany New School | 6.0 |
| Emma Elementary | 4.9 |
| Hall Fletcher Elementary | 7.5 |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary | 7.3 |
| Asheville Middle | 6.2 |
| West Buncombe Elementary | 8.7 |
| Eblen Intermediate | 5.8 |
| Montford North Star Academy | 8.3 |
| Erwin Middle | 4.6 |
| IC Imagine | 6.3 |
| Early College | 8.0 |
| Middle College | 7.4 |
| Sand Hill-Venable Elem | 5.1 |
| Claxton Elementary | 7.5 |
| Woodfin Elementary | 3.4 |
| The Franklin School of Innovation | 6.5 |
| Ira B Jones Elementary | 5.8 |
Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Asheville
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 NC.
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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 NC
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
51 WILBURN PL, Asheville, NC 28806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emmanuel Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Buncombe Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAINBOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Asheville, see our Asheville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lucy S. Herring Elementary Asheville | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheville | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| CANTERBURY CLASSICAL SCHOOL Asheville | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Francine Delany New School Asheville | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Emma Elementary Asheville | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| 1 SCHOOL RD Asheville | 1.0 mi | — |
| Asheville PEAK Academy Asheville | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Johnston Elementary Asheville | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| RAINBOW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Asheville | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Asheville | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| ELIADA ACADEMY Asheville | 1.3 mi | — |
| THE NEW CLASSICAL ACADEMY Asheville | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Nesbitt Discovery Academy Asheville | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ASHEVILLE SCHOOL Asheville | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Hall Fletcher Elementary Asheville | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| West Buncombe Elementary Asheville | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Eblen Intermediate Asheville | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary Asheville | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| FRENCH BROAD RIVER ACADEMY-GIRLS CAMPUS Asheville | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Erwin High Asheville | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,925
Median Home Value
$335,800
Median Rent
$1,224/mo
Population
45,644
College Educated
44.5%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aggie Academy Greensboro, NC | 6.9 |
| Knotts Island Elementary Knotts Island, NC | 6.9 |
| Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington Wilmington, NC | 7.0 |
| TRIMONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Franklin, NC | 7.0 |
| Childrens Center Winston-Salem, NC | 7.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham, NC | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emmanuel Lutheran School
What grades does Emmanuel Lutheran School serve?
Emmanuel Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Emmanuel Lutheran School?
Emmanuel Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Lutheran School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Emmanuel Lutheran School rank in NC?
Emmanuel Lutheran School ranks #130 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Emmanuel Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emmanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Emmanuel Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Emmanuel 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 Emmanuel Lutheran School a religious school?
Emmanuel 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
- 97
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buncombe County
- Phone
- (828) 281-8182
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