EPIC Academy vs NextGeneration STEAM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
EPIC Academy
Lathrop · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
1,025 students
NextGeneration STEAM Academy
Lathrop · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
797 students
| Measure | EPIC Academy Lathrop, California | NextGeneration STEAM Academy Lathrop, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1654 of 5,693 | #2042 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #21799 of 50,301 | #26912 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,025 | 797 |
| Enrollment | 1,025 | 797 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.1% | 49.1% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 24.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 53% |
| Math proficiency | – | 45% |
| city | Lathrop | Lathrop |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •EPIC Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.8 vs 47.4).
- •EPIC Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 49.1%).
- •NextGeneration STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (24.2 vs 26.3).
- •EPIC Academy is the larger school with 1,025 students compared with 797.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is EPIC Academy better than NextGeneration STEAM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), EPIC Academy ranks higher (54.8 vs 47.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are EPIC Academy and NextGeneration STEAM Academy?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Lathrop and Lathrop in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
EPIC Academy: 1,025. NextGeneration STEAM Academy: 797. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do EPIC Academy and NextGeneration STEAM Academy rank in California?
EPIC Academy is 1654th of 5,693 and NextGeneration STEAM Academy is 2042nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).