Epic Alternative Elementary School, a Birmingham public elementary school serving grades PK–5, ranked #163 in Alabama in 2023, improving significantly from #723 in 2021 and placing in the top 20% statewide.
Math proficiency ranged between 65–69% in 2023, substantially higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 55–59%, also higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 20–29%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 357 students in 2019 to 291 in 2023, with minority enrollment consistently high at 97% and 43% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, reflecting socioeconomic challenges.
The student–teacher ratio was 17:1 in 2023, serving 293 students with 17 teachers, supporting a diverse population predominantly Black (268 students), aligned with the school's Title I eligibility.
Epic Alternative Elementary earned Blue Ribbon recognition in 2024, highlighting its academic progress and community impact among Union County NJ high schools.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Epic Alternative Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Epic Alternative Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Epic Alternative Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Epic Alternative Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#163 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
92%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Epic Alternative Elementary School's ranking?
Epic Alternative Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Epic Alternative Elementary School often compared to?
Epic Alternative Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Iris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Epic Alternative Elementary School?
232 students attend Epic Alternative Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Epic Alternative Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Epic Alternative Elementary School?
Epic Alternative Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Epic Alternative Elementary School offer ?
Epic Alternative Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Epic Alternative Elementary School part of?
Epic Alternative Elementary School is part of Birmingham City School District.
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