Immanuel Lutheran School in Bridgman, MI, serves 19 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in a suburban setting.
Founded in 1896, the school is affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and offers a co–educational regular elementary program.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 2 teachers on staff.
The student body includes approximately 6% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the small enrollment.
Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan based on its founding date, indicating one of the area's oldest private schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Year Founded
1896
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: God loves you!
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Rev. Dr. Douglas Krengel, Pastor, Concordia University Chicago
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Immanuel Lutheran School?
Immanuel Lutheran School famous alumni include: Rev. Dr. Douglas Krengel, Pastor, Concordia University Chicago.
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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Immanuel Lutheran School is Michigan Lutheran High School (8.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Trinity Lutheran School (4.3 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Trinity Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
5791 Sawyer Rd
Sawyer, MI 49125
(269) 426-3151
Sawyer, MI 49125
(269) 426-3151
4.3 miles
Gr: NS-7 | 58 students
2673 W John Beers Rd
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-5141
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-5141
5.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Christ Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
4333 Cleveland Ave
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-7111
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-7111
7.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 91 students
615 E Marquette Woods Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-7861
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-7861
8.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Grace Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
404 East Glenlord Road
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-4951
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-4951
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
615 E Marquette Woods Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-7861
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-7861
8.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
"501 Middle School Dr. P.O. Box 130
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 815-6923
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
(269) 815-6923
9.3 miles
Gr: K-12
Andrews Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
8833 Garland Ave
Berrien Springs, MI 49104
(269) 471-3138
Berrien Springs, MI 49104
(269) 471-3138
11.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 244 students
Bethel Christian Academy
(Christian)
945 Chippewa St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-3356
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-3356
12.1 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 36 students
915 Pleasant St.
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 983-2511
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 983-2511
12.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 171 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Trinity Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
5791 Sawyer Rd
Sawyer, MI 49125
(269) 426-3151
Sawyer, MI 49125
(269) 426-3151
4.3 miles
Gr: NS-7 | 58 students
2673 W John Beers Rd
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-5141
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-5141
5.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Christ Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
4333 Cleveland Ave
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-7111
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-7111
7.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 91 students
Grace Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
404 East Glenlord Road
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-4951
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-4951
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School
(Catholic)
3165 Washington Avenue
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-0227
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-0227
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Trinity Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
5791 Sawyer Rd
Sawyer, MI 49125
(269) 426-3151
Sawyer, MI 49125
(269) 426-3151
4.3 miles
Gr: NS-7 | 58 students
2673 W John Beers Rd
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-5141
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-5141
5.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Christ Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
4333 Cleveland Ave
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-7111
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-7111
7.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 91 students
Grace Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
404 East Glenlord Road
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-4951
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-4951
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School
(Catholic)
3165 Washington Avenue
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-0227
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-0227
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Knapp Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
321 Bolka Ave
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2096
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2096
9245.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 407 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
A K Smith Area Career Center
Vocational School
817 Lafayette St
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2120
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2120
9245.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 1 student
Marsh Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 E Homer St
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2102
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2102
9246 miles
Gr: K-6 | 296 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Barker Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
319 E Barker Rd
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2057
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2057
9246.2 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 390 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Edgewood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
502 Boyd Cir
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2079
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2079
9246.2 miles
Gr: K-6 | 350 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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