EAST POINSETT CO. HIGH SCHOOL

EAST POINSETT CO. SCHOOL DIST.
502 MCCLELLAN ST
LEPANTO, AR 72354
276 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
East Poinsett County (EPC) High School, located in Lepanto, Arkansas, serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding community. As part of the East Poinsett County School District, the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for life after graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, balancing core curriculum requirements with various extracurricular opportunities that aim to foster student growth and school spirit.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school plays a vital role in the social fabric of the Lepanto area. Like many schools in rural Arkansas, EPC High School functions as a community focal point, often bringing students, families, and residents together through athletic events, school programs, and local initiatives. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and community engagement, the school strives to empower its student body to succeed while remaining deeply rooted in the traditions and values of Poinsett County.
276
Total Students
27.6
Full-Time Teachers
10.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
64.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    206 (74.6 %)
  • Black
    36 (13.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    17 (6.2 %)
  • Two or More
    16 (5.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: EAST POINSETT CO. SCHOOL DIST.
Phone: (870)475-2331
Website: http://epc.k12.ar.us
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 276
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 139
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 40

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 44
Grade 8 47
Grade 9 58
Grade 10 32
Grade 11 48
Grade 12 47
Gender Ratio
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406 SAINT FRANCIS ST
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