Ascension Lutheran Christian School in Gary, IN serves 39 co–ed students in kindergarten through 4th grade within a suburban community.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 3 total teachers supporting its regular elementary program.
Affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, the school provides a faith–based education in a large suburban setting.
Ascension Lutheran Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for diversity, with 100% of its student body representing students of color.
The school is part of other school associations and offers an elementary education option for families seeking a Lutheran K–4 private school in Gary, Indiana.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ascension Lutheran Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Student Body
Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ascension Lutheran Christian School?
The application deadline for Ascension Lutheran Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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