Middle Schools in Vacaville Unified

Vacaville Unified School District has one middle school, Willis Jepson Middle, serving grades 7 and 8 in a community where over half of the students qualify for free or reduced lunch.

This school shows clear strengths, particularly in maintaining strong student attendance, with a chronic absenteeism rate significantly better than both the Vacaville Unified and state averages. Academically, its performance in English Language Arts is a relative strength, with 7th graders scoring above district and state averages, though 8th grade scores are lower. The school faces notable challenges in mathematics and science, where proficiency rates fall below state averages, with 8th-grade science being a particular area for improvement.

For parents, Willis Jepson Middle demonstrates effective strategies for keeping students engaged and in school, which is a critical foundation for learning. While the school's academic ranking has remained around the state average in recent years, the performance gap between grades and subjects suggests that some students may need additional support, especially in math and science as they progress. The stable environment and success in attendance are positive indicators of the school's community and support systems.