At Immanuel Lutheran School, we provide a Christ centered education that will develop your child's God-given talents to God's glory. Our mission is to share the Gospel so that children may become disciples of Jesus.
We encourage our staff members to develop their God-given talents and use them to God's glory.
Staff, students, and parents share the Gospel message as they nurture relationships in the congregations and communities where they live.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,340
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
2025-2026 tuition rate. Congregational members receive a discount on tuition. A secret angel fund helps provide scholarships to families in need. No one is turned away for inability to pay.
Admissions Director
Bill Zuelsdorff
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
PTL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
- At Immanuel Lutheran School, we provide a Christ centered education that will develop your child's God-given talents to God's glory. Our mission is to share the Gospel so that children may become disciples of Jesus. We encourage our staff members to develop their God-given talents and use them to God's glory. Staff, students, and parents share the Gospel message as they nurture relationships in the congregations and communities where they live.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Immanuel Lutheran School cost?
Immanuel Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $2,340 for private students.
What sports does Immanuel Lutheran School offer?
Immanuel Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
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 and elementary school to Immanuel Lutheran School is Schaeffer Academy (14.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Rochester KinderCare (15.3 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2700 Schaeffer Lane NE
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 286-1050
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 286-1050
14.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 277 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Rochester KinderCare ![Rochester KinderCare Photo - Preschool Classroom I]( "Rochester KinderCare Photo - Preschool Classroom I")
Daycare / Preschool
2460 Clare Lane NE
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 529-8034
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 529-8034
15.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Rochester Pentecostal School
(Pentecostal)
3657 Sheffield Ln Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 288-4342
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 288-4342
15.8 miles
Gr: 1-10 | 7 students
St. Felix School ![St. Felix School Photo]( "St. Felix School Photo")
(Catholic)
130 East Third Street
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-4446
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-4446
16.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 96 students Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Buffalo Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
401 S Main St
Cochrane, WI 54622
(608) 248-2387
Cochrane, WI 54622
(608) 248-2387
17 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 12 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2700 Schaeffer Lane NE
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 286-1050
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 286-1050
14.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 277 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Rochester Pentecostal School
(Pentecostal)
3657 Sheffield Ln Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 288-4342
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 288-4342
15.8 miles
Gr: 1-10 | 7 students
Lourdes High School ![Lourdes High School Photo - Lourdes High School Campus]( "Lourdes High School Photo - Lourdes High School Campus")
(Catholic)
2800 19th Street NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-3991
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-3991
18.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 333 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Rochester Montessori School
Montessori School
5099 7th Street NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 288-8725
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 288-8725
21.1 miles
Gr: NS-9 | 240 students Avg. class size: 24 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Hope Farm School
All-boys (Christian)
W11086 Foster Rd
Stockholm, WI 54769
(715) 651-4828
Stockholm, WI 54769
(715) 651-4828
23.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 13 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2700 Schaeffer Lane NE
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 286-1050
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 286-1050
14.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 277 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Rochester Pentecostal School
(Pentecostal)
3657 Sheffield Ln Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 288-4342
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 288-4342
15.8 miles
Gr: 1-10 | 7 students
St. Felix School ![St. Felix School Photo]( "St. Felix School Photo")
(Catholic)
130 East Third Street
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-4446
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-4446
16.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 96 students Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Buffalo Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
401 S Main St
Cochrane, WI 54622
(608) 248-2387
Cochrane, WI 54622
(608) 248-2387
17 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 12 students
Rochester Adventist Elementary School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1100 37th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-2589
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-2589
17.2 miles
Gr: K-3 | 13 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rochester KinderCare ![Rochester KinderCare Photo - Preschool Classroom I]( "Rochester KinderCare Photo - Preschool Classroom I")
Daycare / Preschool
2460 Clare Lane NE
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 529-8034
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 529-8034
15.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
St. Felix School ![St. Felix School Photo]( "St. Felix School Photo")
(Catholic)
130 East Third Street
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-4446
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-4446
16.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 96 students Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Buffalo Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
401 S Main St
Cochrane, WI 54622
(608) 248-2387
Cochrane, WI 54622
(608) 248-2387
17 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 12 students
St. Francis Of Assisi School
(Catholic)
318 11th Ave SE
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 288-4816
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 288-4816
17.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 400 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Plainview-elgin-millville High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 W Broadway
Plainview, MN 55964
(507) 534-3128
Plainview, MN 55964
(507) 534-3128
0.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 414 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Plainview-elgin-millville Pk-3
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
600 W Broadway
Plainview, MN 55964
(507) 534-4232
Plainview, MN 55964
(507) 534-4232
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 441 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Plainview-elgin-millville Junior
(Math: 55% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
70 1st St Se
Elgin, MN 55932
(507) 876-2521
Elgin, MN 55932
(507) 876-2521
4.9 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 235 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
210 2nd St Sw
Elgin, MN 55932
(507) 876-2213
Elgin, MN 55932
(507) 876-2213
5.2 miles
Gr: 4-6 | 315 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Dover-eyota High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
615 S Ave Sw
Eyota, MN 55934
(507) 545-2631
Eyota, MN 55934
(507) 545-2631
12.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 311 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
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