Immanuel Lutheran School has been educating students in the rural area known as Frankentrost for over 170 years. We teach from a Christian, Lutheran point-of-view, but we welcome all children and their families.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1847
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
122 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
57%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Immanuel Lutheran School charges tuition, but we encourage you to contact our admissions counselor for more details. We offer financial aid packages for any family needing assistance.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Contact School Office
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Lutheran Schools Week, Servant Event Days
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Cherub Choir, Children's Choir, Piano Instruction, Spanish Class
Lutheran Schools Week, Servant Event Days
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Cherub Choir, Children's Choir, Piano Instruction, Spanish Class
School Notes
- Welcome to Immanuel Lutheran Church and School of Frankentrost! Immanuel was founded by German settlers in 1847, and we have been seeking to teach kids about Jesus, and to provide the highest quality academics ever since.
- We welcome anyone who is seeking a quality Christian education for their children. We hope you'll consider joining us for worship or any of our school ministries.
- We have offered Christian Day School through eighth grade since our inception. In the summer of 2014, Immanuel opened a new Child Care Ministry to serve children and their families as young as six weeks old.
- We hope anyone who is seeking Christian education for their children will experience the joy and love of our teachers, child care staff and other current Immanuel families. Our teachers are highly qualified, well-trained professionals who are passionate about serving the Lord. They are excited to teach children about faith, as well as math, reading, writing and other subject areas.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Immanuel Lutheran School often compared to?
Immanuel Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Lorenz Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Immanuel Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Immanuel Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What sports does Immanuel Lutheran School offer?
Immanuel Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, 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 Michigan for: 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).
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