EPIC ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL

EPIC Academy High School is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 538 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

EPIC Academy, located in the South Chicago neighborhood, is a public charter high school that focuses on preparing students for success in college and beyond. Founded in 2009, the school’s mission is centered on the belief that every student, regardless of their background, can achieve post-secondary success. EPIC is known for its rigorous academic environment and its commitment to "Personalized Learning," which ensures that teachers monitor student progress closely to provide support or enrichment as needed.

Beyond academics, EPIC Academy emphasizes character development and long-term career planning. The school integrates a robust college counseling program, known as the "EPIC Journey," which begins in the freshman year and continues through post-graduation support. By fostering strong relationships between staff, students, and the local South Chicago community, EPIC Academy aims to cultivate a supportive culture that helps students overcome systemic barriers and reach their full potential in higher education and the professional workforce.

For more information, contact EPIC Academy High School at (773) 535-7930 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8255 S Houston Ave
Chicago, IL 60617-2191
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EPIC ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in Chicago, IL with about 538 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Total Students:
538
Teachers:
1
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 538 students

Black or African American
63.9%
Hispanic/Latino
34.9%
Two or more races
0.7%
White
0.4%

Female
54.8%
Male
45.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.