ChooseAPrivateSchool.com Español

Emmaus Lutheran School

Lutheran (Missouri Synod) school · Grades Pre-K–8

Indianapolis, IN

1224 Laurel St, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Overall grade: A

ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.

  • A+Class size
  • B+Years serving families

What stands out

  • Smaller classes than 91% of Christian schools in Indiana

In Indianapolis, Indiana, Emmaus Lutheran School is a Lutheran (Missouri Synod) private school for students from pre-K through 8th grade. About 37 students attend, with roughly 6 students per teacher, smaller classes than 91% of Christian elementary schools in Indiana. Enrollment is up about 95% since 2013–14. The school day runs about 7.5 hours, 180 days a year. Indiana has programs that can help pay tuition; ask the school whether it takes part.

At a glance

Grades
Grades Pre-K–8
Students
37
Teachers
6.6 (full-time equivalent)
Students per teacher
5.6
Boys and girls
Coed · 22 girls, 15 boys
Religious affiliation
Lutheran (Missouri Synod)
School day
About 7.5 hours
School year
180 days
Library
Yes

Reviews

Be the first to share what you love about Emmaus Lutheran School.

    How it compares

    • Smaller classes than 91% of Christian elementary schools in Indiana (6 students per teacher).
    • A smaller school: fewer students than 83% of Christian elementary schools in Indiana.
    • Compared with 104 Christian elementary schools in Indiana.

    Students by survey year

    19’13–1416’15–1621’17–1862’21–2237’23–24

    Total students reported in official records since 2013–14.

    Students by grade

    Pre-K16
    K3
    111
    21
    34
    45
    57
    63
    71
    82

    Student body

    White89%
    Black11%

    Help paying tuition in Indiana

    These state programs can help pay private school tuition. Only participating schools can accept them, so ask Emmaus Lutheran School whether it takes part.

    More about Indiana's programs →

    Questions to ask on a tour

    • What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
    • Do you offer financial aid, sibling discounts or payment plans?
    • Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
    • How big are classes in my child's grade?
    • What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
    • Is the school accredited, and by whom?
    • What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
    • How does the school communicate with families?

    More questions to ask →

    Questions about Emmaus Lutheran School

    What grades does Emmaus Lutheran School serve?

    Emmaus Lutheran School serves grades Pre-K–8.

    How many students attend Emmaus Lutheran School?

    About 37 students, with 6 students per teacher, according to official records.

    How much is tuition at Emmaus Lutheran School?

    Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans. Indiana has programs that can help pay private school tuition; ask whether the school takes part.

    Official record · Updated October 2026 · Official search · Something wrong? Tell us

    Other private schools nearby

    Lumen Christi Catholic School

    Independent Catholic school · Grades Pre-K–12

    Smaller classes than 80% of Catholic schools nationwide

    Indianapolis, IN0.9 mi

    AOverall grade131 students7 students per teacher

    Trinity Christian School

    Church of God school · Grades Pre-K–12

    Growing: enrollment up 46% since 2011–12

    Indianapolis, IN1.0 mi

    BOverall grade171 students17 students per teacher

    Central Christian Academy

    Christian school (nondenominational) · Grades Pre-K–12

    Serving families in Indianapolis since at least 2011

    Indianapolis, IN1.5 mi

    A+Overall grade204 students10 students per teacher

    Providence Cristo Rey High School

    Independent Catholic school · Grades 9–12

    Smaller classes than 68% of Catholic schools in Indiana

    Indianapolis, IN1.7 mi

    A+Overall grade237 students11 students per teacher

    Providence Cristo Rey High School

    Independent Catholic school · Grades 9–12

    Smaller classes than 68% of Catholic schools in Indiana

    Indianapolis, IN1.7 mi

    B+Overall grade237 students11 students per teacher

    Central Catholic

    Diocesan school · Grades Pre-K–8

    Growing: enrollment up 46% since 2011–12

    Indianapolis, IN1.7 mi

    BOverall grade230 students16 students per teacher