Vacaville Unified

The Vacaville Unified School District in California serves a diverse community, with 17 schools including 10 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools. The district's performance is mixed, with some standout schools like Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy and Orchard Elementary ranking among the top in the state, while others struggle with low graduation rates and high chronic absenteeism.

Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy is a standout high school, with a 98.1% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.9% dropout rate. Orchard Elementary and Sierra Vista K-8 are also high-performing elementary schools, consistently ranking among the top in California. However, some schools like Ernest Kimme Charter Academy and Shereene Wilkerson Academy of Excellence struggle with low graduation rates and high chronic absenteeism.

Across the district, there is a wide disparity in test scores and other key metrics, suggesting the need for more targeted interventions and support for struggling students and schools. Chronic absenteeism is also a significant issue, with many schools reporting rates over 20%. The district's free/reduced lunch rates indicate that many students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, which may present additional challenges for schools and require additional resources and support.