- Willis Jepson Middle — Grades 7–8 · 954 students
- Vacaville High — Grades 9–12 · 2,044 students
- Will C. Wood High — Grades 9–12 · 1,671 students
- Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy — Grades 9–12 · 474 students
- Ernest Kimme Charter Academy — Grades 9–12 · 194 students
- Edwin Markham Elementary — Grades K–6 · 882 students
- Browns Valley Elementary — Grades K–6 · 806 students
- Jean Callison Elementary — Grades K–6 · 762 students
- Eugene Padan Elementary — Grades K–6 · 751 students
- Alamo Elementary — Grades K–6 · 714 students
- Cooper Elementary — Grades K–6 · 710 students
- Vaca Pena Middle — Grades 6–12 · 675 students
- Sierra Vista K-8 — Grades K–8 · 611 students
- Fairmont Charter Elementary — Grades K–6 · 586 students
- Orchard Elementary — Grades K–6 · 437 students
- Hemlock Elementary — Grades K–6 · 413 students
- Shereene Wilkerson Academy of Excellence — Grades 7–12 · 6 students
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| Metric | Vacaville Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 12,608 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 18 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,908/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vacaville Unified School District (this district) | 5/10 | 48th | 12,608 |
| Amador County Unified School District | 4/10 | 37th | 4,107 |
| Galt Joint Union High School District | 6/10 | 59th | 2,066 |
| River Delta Joint Unified School District | 2/10 | 18th | 1,787 |
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Ranked against 963 rated districts in CA → 48th percentile → 5/10.
Source: California Dept. of Education CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Vacaville Unified School District
Vacaville Unified School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 95688 in Vacaville, California. Serving students from Kindergarten – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 95688. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Vacaville Unified School District spent $12,908 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 18% below California’s statewide $15,700 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 1 schools, Vacaville Unified School District operates as a small, community-focused district serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
Vacaville Unified School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 5/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in California’s CAASPP Smarter Balanced assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because California is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Vacaville Unified School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in California. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 95688
Children in zip code 95688 are assigned to Vacaville Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 95688, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Vacaville Unified School District at (707)453-6117 or visit www.vacavilleusd.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Vacaville
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Vacaville Unified School District serves zip code 95688, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 95688 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Vacaville Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 95688.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Vacaville Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 95688 data.