Serving 412 students in grades 9-12, Epic High School-south ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Epic High School-south ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Epic High School-south's student population of 412 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Epic High School-south ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Epic High School-south is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4313 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
28%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Epic High School-south's ranking?
Epic High School-south is ranked #4313 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Epic High School-south often compared to?
Epic High School-southis often viewed alongside schools like John Adams High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Epic High School-south?
The graduation rate of Epic High School-south is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Epic High School-south?
412 students attend Epic High School-south.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Epic High School-south students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 28% of students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Epic High School-south?
Epic High School-south has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Epic High School-south offer ?
Epic High School-south offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Epic High School-south part of?
Epic High School-south is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
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