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Immanuel Lutheran School

Private | PK-8 | 168 students

High Academic Standards

Living in Philadelphia

Situated in an inner city neighborhood. The median home value is $138,000. The average monthly rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $870.

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Posted February 12, 2013

oggieboogie hi everyone! i have been in this school forever. its a good school to make freinds and good for learning. the teachers are fun...most of the time.. but yeah so...thats all i feel like typing about this school...so yeah...bye!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 12, 2013

ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ This school is where I learned the alphabet. Now I'm learning algebra. Over the 9 years I've been here I've recieved great education, with amazing friends I've stayed with throughout. The teachers are good, and prepare you for the next years you'll have, whether it's middle school, high school, college, and life. Lalala I like this school.


Posted February 3, 2012

Immanuel Lutheran School is a great school. My son has attended Immanuel Lutheran since pre-school, he is now in 3rd grade. They provide a quality education, challenging academics, small classroom size, diverse student population, excellent teachers, strong foundation in Christian faith and they have a great after school program. I highly recommend Immanuel Lutheran School.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 23, 2011

We transferred our daughter to this school in third grade after a disappointing experience in another private school. We are so impressed by the academic program of this school. It is rigorous and supportive. The third and fourth grade teachers are absolutely amazing! Our daughter now in fourth grade is thriving, loves school, and has excelled in so many areas. If you are looking for a small, private, affordable Christian school, you would do well to consider Immanuel.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2010

My child hasbeen enrolled here for 3 yrs. The 1st year(4th grade) experience was great. However, the middle school experience is very disappointing. We probably won't complete the school year. The children are not getting what they need in the middle school for private school education. Very disappointed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 18, 2009

Both my children attended ILS for 9 years(K-8, before it was Pre-K) and I have to say it was the best place I could have sent them. The teachers and staff take great pride in what they do and I am proud to say my children are graduates. I still have contact with many of the teachers, all of whom told my kids if there was anything they needed them for, they could walk right through those red doors and ask. I feel their education was well-rounded and always felt they were ahead of friends/family members who attended public schools. My daughter has expressed that she plans on sending her children there someday.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 13, 2007

I attended this school for 8 years and I loved every minute of it. The principal is the nicest man you will ever meet and the teachers care so much about our education. The school is always kept clean. The class sizes ae very small and therefore the teachers really get to know the students. I could always go to them for help. Overall, on a scale of 1 to 10, I rate this school a 1,000.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 25, 2007

i like this school im going to 8th grade and my 7th grade year was my first year there and they have a great variety of sports and clubs for the students so i think its good. The teachers and aids there are helpful to us with helping and teaching us thats why so many of the kids in the 8th grade going to high school go to good ones.
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 13, 2007

My child has been attending Immanuel for six years and we have been extremely pleased with the quality of her education. Through conversations with parents of students who attend other private and parochial schools, Immanuel students are studying almost a year ahead. Also, they are well prepared for high school and in most instances are accepted in the high school of their choice. The teaching staff are very supportive and work with each child's strengths and weaknesses. Immanuel's students are from various Christian churches and the school respects each students background. It is a wonderful Christian environment. I would highly recommend Immanuel to parents who are interested in a caring, safe and academic environment for their child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 15, 2006

I have been to this school since the first grade, I am an eighth grader now. This is a small school, think of it as a family; everyone knows each other. ILS has a drama club, cheerleading club, basketball club, softball club, and a knitting club. This is a wonderful school.
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 14, 2006

I am not a parent, but a current student. This school is great, and has nourished my classmates and I. It is a very caring enviorment, and everyone know your name. I feel that I am loved, and that my needs are recognized and adressed.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted September 8, 2006

My son attended this school last year and will no longer attend. The school is not overcrowded which is a plus, however I didn't feel that he obtained a better education than any public school in th area.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 31, 2006

I attended ILS from K-8(b/c it wasn't pre-K until recently) and it was the best school my parents could have sent me to. While most of my teachers are no longer there, the school and current staff are as great as ever. Now as a college grad I look back fondly at the time I spent there. I even visit the school frequently and am still friends with a number of my fellow students. If you want your children to have the best educational experience send them to Immanuel.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted January 29, 2006

I am not a parent but a previous student. i attended ILS from 6th grade to 8th grade. They are wonderful. They have given me knowledge that i am now useing in college. they sent me on my way very prepared to obtain a good education
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 9, 2003

I have two children enrolled at ILS. They are receiving a very good education. Inappropriate behavior is not tolerated so it is a very safe, learning environment. The tuition is middle of the road and so I find it affordable. I feel ILS is like a family for my girls. Everyone knows each other and the children are actually loved here. The staff is also extremely responsive to parents' needs and suggestions.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 14, 2003

This is probably the best school in the area. It has great teachers, great students, and a great principal and it's a small school.
—Submitted by a former student


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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school
White, not Hispanic 67%
Black, not Hispanic 24%
Asian 7%
Hispanic 1%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0%
Source: NCES, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/AN/A
Source: NCES, 2007-2008

Teacher resources

Special staff resources available to students Computer specialist(s)
Music teacher(s)
PE instructor(s)
Priest, pastor, or other religious personnel
School psychologist
School social worker/counselors(s)
Teacher aid/assistant teacher
Tutor(s)
Foreign languages spoken by school staff None
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Source: Manually entered by a school official.

Awards

Academic awards received in the past 3 years
  • MIddle States Accreditation (2011)
  • ELEA Accreditation (2011)

Special education / special needs

Level of special education programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)

Staff resources available to students
  • Computer specialist(s)
School facilities
  • Computer lab

Arts & music

Staff resources available to students
  • Music teacher(s)
School facilities
  • Performance stage
Music
  • Choir / Chorus
  • Instrumental music lessons
Performing and written arts
  • Drama
Clubs
  • Student newspaper
  • Yearbook

Language learning

Foreign languages taught
  • German
  • Spanish

Health & athletics

Staff resources available to students
  • PE instructor(s)
  • School psychologist
School facilities
  • Kitchen
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 8:30 am
School end time
  • 3:05 am
Before school or after school care / program onsite
  • Before school: starts at 6:30 a.m.
  • After school: ends at 6:00 p.m.
School Leader's name
  • Douglas Puls
Best ways for parents to contact the school
  • Email
  • Phone
Gender
  • Coed
Boarding options
  • Day school
Is there an application process?
  • Yes
Affiliation
  • Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Associations
  • ELEA
Fax number
  • (215) 725-2145

Programs

Instructional and/or curriculum models used

Don't understand these terms?
  • Core knowledge
Specific academic themes or areas of focus

Don't understand these terms?
  • Religious
Bi-lingual or language immersion programs offered

Don't understand these terms?
  • No
Level of special education programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students
Foreign languages taught
  • German
  • Spanish
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • None

Resources

Staff resources available to students
  • Computer specialist(s)
  • Music teacher(s)
  • PE instructor(s)
  • Priest, pastor, or other religious personnel
  • School psychologist
  • School social worker/counselors(s)
  • Teacher aid/assistant teacher
  • Tutor(s)
Foreign languages spoken by staff
  • None
Extra learning resources offered
  • Counseling
  • Remediation
  • Title- One
Transportation provided for students by the school / district
  • School shares bus/van with other schools
School facilities
  • Audiovisual aids
  • Cafeteria
  • Chapel/spiritual reflection center
  • Computer lab
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Library
  • Performance stage
  • Playground
School leaders can update this information here.

Sports

Boys sports
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
Girls sports
  • Cheerleading
  • Soccer
  • Softball

Arts & music

Visual arts
  • None
Music
  • Choir / Chorus
  • Instrumental music lessons
Performing arts
  • Drama
Media arts
  • None

Student clubs

Clubs (distinct from courses)
  • Boy scouts
  • Cub scouts
  • Girl scouts
  • Student council/government
  • Student newspaper
  • Yearbook
School leaders can update this information here.

School culture

Dress Code
  • Uniforms
Bullying policy
  • This school has a bullying and/or cyber bullying policy in place.
Parent involvement
  • Attend parent nights
  • Chaperone school trips
  • Join PTO/PTA
  • Organize fundraising events (school auction, bake sales, etc.)
  • Volunteer in the classroom
School leaders can update this information here.

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What are your chances?


9 out of 10students were accepted for the 2012-2013 school year.


Students accepted for the 2012-2013 school year
170
Applications received for the 2012-2013 school year
200

What does it cost?

Tuition range for the 2012-2013 school year
$4000 - $5000
Vouchers accepted
No
Financial aid offered
Yes.
Outside scholarships

Planning ahead

Students typically attend these schools after graduating
Little Flower
Northeast Magnet Program
Central
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1015 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19111
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Phone: (215) 725-7265

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