Immanuel Lutheran School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked NE School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 187 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,029
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / Aug. 7 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Immanuel Lutheran School
Pre-K	57
Kind	23
1	15
2	12
3	15
4	8
5	11
6	21
7	15
8	10

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Pre-K has 57 students the largest grade by far, well above kindergarten with 23 and every other grade at 21 or fewer.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1893

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. May 14, 2027

Campus Size

3 acres

School Motto

Educate~Nurture~Equip

Student Body

Total Students

187 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 20%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

31%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Standardized Dress Code

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Lutheran Schools Accreditation (NLSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 15 / Aug. 7 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,029

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Tuition Notes

Ranges from $3,868-$6,189 depending on church subsidies and congregation scholarships.

% on Financial Aid

30%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Paddle TennisSoccer

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

Royal, White, and Black

School Mascot

Vikings

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChoir

Drama Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Pickleball

School Notes

Vision: Immanuel is God with Us. Christ in Us. For the Hope of All.
Mission: The ministry of Immanuel Lutheran School is to share Christ by educating, nurturing, and equipping God's people for a life of Christian Service.
Purpose: Immanuel Lutheran School has been established as a tool for accomplishing the Great Commission to go and make disciples of all people.
The school, as an integral part of Immanuel Lutheran Church, adheres firmly to the following scriptures: "Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you." Matthew 28:19 "Train up a child in the way he should go, so that when he is old he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6 Values: Biblical Truth~Immanuel believes and teaches that the Bible is the true Word of God without error and that we are saved by grace through faith in Christ Jesus alone.
Educate~Immanuel Lutheran School will educate each child in a Christ-centered atmosphere, providing faith-integrated academics that empower students to function with confidence in Christ through all life's situations.
Nurture~Immanuel Lutheran School will provide an environment where each student, regardless of race, creed, or gender, will develop spiritually, intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically according to his/her God-given abilities. Immanuel will provide diverse experiences and relevant curricula allowing for optimum achievement and development and enabling each student to become a productive and participating Christian citizen in a democratic society. Worship and learning experiences in the church and school will develop and sustain each child's faith. Immanuel Lutheran School will work closely with the family and the church to complete this task.
Equip~Immanuel Lutheran School will support the students in the process of lifelong faith formation. We strive to nurture, teach, and encourage ways to recognize and incorporate the presence of God into our daily life experiences. It is our responsibility as stewards of young Christian minds to provide a strong, solid foundation well grounded in God's Word, the Bible. We do this by teaching the Word of God, worshiping together, and reaching out to serve one another.

Immanuel Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national/ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national/ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, athletic, or other school-administered programs. Immanuel Lutheran School believes that educational opportunities, programs, activities, and employment should be available to both genders equally.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Immanuel Lutheran School cost?

Immanuel Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $5,029 for private students.

What schools are Immanuel Lutheran School often compared to?

Immanuel Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Christ 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 91%.

What sports does Immanuel Lutheran School offer?

Immanuel Lutheran School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Paddle Tennis, 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 Nebraska for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Immanuel Lutheran School?

The application deadline for Immanuel Lutheran School is Feb. 15 / Aug. 7 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 / Aug. 7 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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