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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,397
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / Aug. 7 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Immanuel Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1893
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
204 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
31%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Standardized Dress Code
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 15 / Aug. 7 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Ranges from $3,290-$5,503 depending on scholarships.
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Band, Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Pickleball
School Notes
- School Motto: Educate~Nurture~Equip
- 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.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Immanuel Lutheran School cost?
Immanuel Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $4,397 for private students.
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 90%.
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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