Epiphany Catholic School opened in downtown Lake City, in a small hall, offering grade one through four.
The Sisters of Mercy, from Wexford, Ireland, staffed the school boasting an enrollment of 29 students.
In March 1960 the school relocated to its present site, situated two miles south of downtown Lake City, between Marion St.
and U.S. 441. The Sisters of Mercy were recalled to Ireland, and the Sisters of St.
Joseph of St. Augustine, were sent to the school. The Diocese of St.
Augustine reassigned Sr. Mare Rene Azar and so in 1995 the first lay principal, Mr.
J. Mark Akerman was hired. In 1996, Epiphany Catholic School added Kindergarten, with seventh grade following in August 1999, and eight grade added a year later.
In 2000, Mrs. Rita Klenk became principal. A new media center, administrative offices, clinic and student bathrooms were added in the summer of 2000.
In 2003, Ms. Carol Ghionzoli became principal, and in 2001 a Carmelite Sister joined the staff.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
117 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Epiphany Catholic School is Cambridge Prep Academy (0.8 miles away)
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Grades: PK-12 | 135 students 0.8 miles 2019 Sw Main Blvd
Lake City, FL 32025
(386) 755-3636
Lake City, FL 32025
(386) 755-3636
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Grades: PK-12 | 204 students 1.9 miles 3035 SW Pinemount Road
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 758-0055
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 758-0055
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Faith Academy
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Grades: 1-12 | 26 students 1.7 miles 810 Sw Faith Rd
Lake City, FL 32025
(386) 438-5495
Lake City, FL 32025
(386) 438-5495
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School Reviews
5 1/31/2013
For 7 years I worked in public schoolsin Fl.There was fighting,foul language,guns,arrests,bullying etc.I was afraid to walk the halls.I have come to Epiphany and have entered a loving positive Christian SAFE,enviroment.The teachers teach,the students learn,it is amazing.I highly suggest this school for everyone who wants the best for there child.
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