Immanuel Lutheran School

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Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #1 - Worship, praise, prayer and song are all a part of our school chapel services every Wednesday. 3rd graders share the song Great Big God!
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Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #1 - Worship, praise, prayer and song are all a part of our school chapel services every Wednesday. 3rd graders share the song Great Big God!
Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #2 - Service to others is one way we live out our Christian faith. Students in all grades engage in projects like cleaning campus, making cards for shut-ins, gathering food and needed supplies for local ministries and raising funds for international groups. We get to shine in our service!
Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #3 - Track and Field Day is a time for fun and fitness. Athletics are offered for all students K-8th grade. Sports offered include soccer, basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, baseball, and track.
Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #4 - We are FAMILY! We care for each other like family and we love to have fun together as a family. Events like the Mother/Son STEMM night and the Father/Daughter Dance are a treasured part of the school experience. All are welcome to make memories that last.
Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #5 - Our teachers make all the difference in the lives of our students. Their dedication to meeting students where they are and guiding them to where they can be is priceless. Here Ms. Glanzer is pictured with her newly published authors and their books.
Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #6 - Our graduates are well prepared for high school and ready to take on their next challenge. Congratulations!
Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #7 - Our fall and spring musicals give students an opportunity to experience drama, choir, and other fine arts. The students use their God-given gifts to share love and joy with others.
Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #8 - Kindergarten is such an important foundation for the future. Our kindergarteners receive reading instruction tailored to their needs so they can achieve their best. Kindergarten also includes Saxon Math, a spiral learning program that builds on concepts with plenty of time for review.
Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #9 - Preschoolers celebrate learning every day and also have special days for moms, dads, grandparents, buddies, holidays and more. Center time, morning message, phonemic awareness, Jesus time, calendar, superstar, music, PE, library, computer are all part of the preschool schedule.
Immanuel Lutheran School Photo #10 - Our STEMM lab is one of only two SmartLab classrooms in Shelby County. This project based program challenges our students with units like robotics, coding and circuitry. Students must work together to meet goals in creative ways. Software and equipment are updated frequently so there's always something new in the lab.
Immanuel Lutheran School was founded in 1947.  ILS is a nationally accredited, Christian school serving students from 3 years old through the eighth grade.
ILS has one of only two SmartLab STEMM classrooms in Shelby County.
Immanuel Lutheran provides children and families a place to belong and feel secure so that students can excel. We care for the needs of students academically, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. All children have a place to shine whether they are talented in sports, music, art, or drama. Growing in Faith, Together as Family, Preparing for a Bright Future

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 161 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,100
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1947

Student Body

Total Students
161 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Immanuel Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School logo shirt, khaki pants, plaid skirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial aid is available - families can apply online. ILS is an ESA approved school.
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sharon Fryman

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
After School Programs, Lutheran Junior Honor Association

Arts and Music Programs:
Choir Program, Handbell Choir

School Notes

Immanuel is proud to offer

  • Saxon Math
  • Shurley English
  • Fall/Spring Musicals
  • Nancy Larson Science
  • Athletics
  • SmartLab STEM
  • Music/Art Classes
  • IXL individualized learning
  • Online grading system
  • Chromebooks/one to one device
  • Science Fair
  • Family events
  • Fine Arts Fair
  • Physical education
  • Recess for all classes
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Immanuel Lutheran School cost?
Immanuel Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $8,100 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Immanuel Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Immanuel Lutheran School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 85%.
What sports does Immanuel Lutheran School offer?
Immanuel Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Immanuel Lutheran School's ranking?
Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Immanuel Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Immanuel Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (5 reviews)
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I teach PK-4 at ILS and have a son in 7th grade. I LOVE my school. The preschool helps students develop a love for learning with an active, energetic classroom. The middle school challenges students in every subject. Saxon Math is taught according to the student's level so that advanced students can finish algebra in 8th grade. Spanish is offered for grades K through 8. The school is constantly working on improving technology and instruction. Most importantly, we take care of kids and families and help them become more connected to Christ.
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I love this school. There is so much to do that I''m always busy and ready to learn. This school gives me so many opportunities that will help me in later life. Thanks ILS!
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5  
We love this school. The teachers are wonderful and caring. The facilities have recently been remodeled and it looks great. The academics are top notch. Music, Art, and Sports are all there along with lots of extracurricular activities. My daughter loves to go and has had perfect attendance so far this year.
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5  
My daughter is definitely getting an excellent mix of academic challenges, Christian and biblical based education along with a student body whose families have the utmost in standards of morals and values. My husband graduated from the school in the eighties, and it has a long history of producing top students.
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Our son is in Kindergarten at Immanuel Lutheran School. He is receiving a top-notched education where he is challenged every day. He is learning Spanish, reading, math, and computer science! The teachers and staff are terrific, you can really see their love for the children.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 161 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,100
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Memphis, TN is $12,182 for elementary schools and $12,924 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Memphis, TN is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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