Needs Improvement
#9461 of 9,539 schools in CA
Annie Pennycook Elementary
Elementary School · Vallejo City Unified
3620 Fernwood Dr., Vallejo, CA 94591
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,461 of 9,539
In Vallejo
#22 of 24
public schools
In district
#17 of 19
Vallejo City Unified
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Annie Pennycook Elementary
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About Annie Pennycook Elementary
Annie Pennycook Elementary is a public elementary school in Vallejo, CA, part of Vallejo City Unified. Annie Pennycook Elementary serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Annie Pennycook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,461 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Annie Pennycook Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Annie Pennycook Elementary runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
58% of students at Annie Pennycook Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Annie Pennycook Elementary — Students at Annie Pennycook Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Annie Pennycook Elementary Compares
See how Annie Pennycook Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3620 Fernwood Dr., Vallejo, CA 94591
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Annie Pennycook Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cave Language Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BASIL'S (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glen Cove Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vallejo, see our Vallejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hogan Middle Vallejo | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Vallejo Charter Vallejo | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Vallejo | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Steffan Manor Elementary Vallejo | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Cave Language Academy Vallejo | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| St. Patrick-St. Vincent Catholic High School Vallejo | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST PATRICK-ST VINCENT HIGH SCHOOL Vallejo | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| JIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vallejo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Joseph H. Wardlaw Elementary Vallejo | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| A Space for Angie Vallejo Ca | 1.1 mi | — |
| NORTH HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vallejo | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| North Hills Christian School Vallejo | 1.4 mi | — |
| Jesse M. Bethel High Vallejo | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Glen Cove Elementary Vallejo | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Highland Elementary Vallejo | 1.6 mi | 2.0 |
| Innovative Education Vallejo Learning Center Vallejo | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST BASIL'S Vallejo | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Grace Patterson Elementary Vallejo | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MUSTARD SEED PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Vallejo | 1.9 mi | — |
| Life and Truth Academy Vallejo | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94591 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,849
Median Home Value
$602,200
Median Rent
$2,218/mo
Population
58,516
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
40.9
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| Alpha: Jose Hernandez San Jose, CA | 2.5 |
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| Helen Estock Elementary Tustin, CA | 2.5 |
| Johnston Cooper Elementary Vallejo, CA | 2.5 |
| Olivehurst Elementary Olivehurst, CA | 2.5 |
| Peres Elementary Richmond, CA | 2.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Annie Pennycook Elementary
What grades does Annie Pennycook Elementary serve?
Annie Pennycook Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Annie Pennycook Elementary?
Annie Pennycook Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Annie Pennycook Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Annie Pennycook Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Annie Pennycook Elementary rank in CA?
Annie Pennycook Elementary ranks #9,461 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Annie Pennycook Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Annie Pennycook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Annie Pennycook Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Annie Pennycook Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Annie Pennycook Elementary a charter school?
No, Annie Pennycook Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Annie Pennycook Elementary a Title I school?
No, Annie Pennycook Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Annie Pennycook Elementary?
79.7% of students at Annie Pennycook Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.9%
- Phone
- (707) 556-8590
Resources & Links
District
Vallejo City Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,856
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,175
- District Rank
- #17 of 19
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