Below Average
#8192 of 9,539 schools in CA
B. Gale Wilson Middle
Elementary School · Fairfield-Suisun Unified
3301 Cherry Hills Ct., Fairfield, CA 94534
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,192 of 9,539
In Fairfield
#22 of 31
public schools
In district
#17 of 29
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
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B. Gale Wilson Middle
Elementary School in Fairfield · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About B. Gale Wilson Middle
B. Gale Wilson Middle is a public elementary school in Fairfield, CA, part of Fairfield-Suisun Unified. B.
Gale Wilson Middle serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. B. Gale Wilson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,192 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for B. Gale Wilson Middle show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
B. Gale Wilson Middle runs 22.9:1 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.
31% of students at B. Gale Wilson Middle 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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B. Gale Wilson Middle — Students at B. Gale Wilson Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 3.7/10.
How B. Gale Wilson Middle Compares
See how B. Gale Wilson Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3301 Cherry Hills Ct., Fairfield, CA 94534
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering B. Gale Wilson Middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOLANO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Virtual Academy of Fairfield-Suisun (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, K. I. Jones Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| K. I. Jones Elementary Fairfield | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Solano Co Juve Detention Facility - Evergreen Acad Fairfield | 1.6 mi | — |
| Weir Preparatory Academy Fairfield | 1.7 mi | 2.5 |
| E. Ruth Sheldon Academy of Innovative Learning Fairfield | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Sierra School of Solano Fairfield | 2.3 mi | — |
| Fairview Elementary Fairfield | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Solano Christian Academy Fairfield | 2.0 mi | — |
| SOLANO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fairfield | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Matt Garcia Career and College Academy Fairfield | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Virtual Academy of Fairfield-Suisun Fairfield | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Sullivan Language Immersion Academy Fairfield | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Suisun Valley Elementary Fairfield | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Public Safety Academy Fairfield | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary Fairfield | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Centurion Christian Classical School Fairfield | 2.5 mi | — |
| Armijo High Fairfield | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairfield High Fairfield | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Sem Yeto Continuation High Fairfield | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Dover Elementary Fairfield | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Fairfield | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,349
Median Home Value
$700,900
Median Rent
$2,699/mo
Population
41,122
College Educated
40.1%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
41.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about B. Gale Wilson Middle
What grades does B. Gale Wilson Middle serve?
B. Gale Wilson Middle serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend B. Gale Wilson Middle?
B. Gale Wilson Middle has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at B. Gale Wilson Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at B. Gale Wilson Middle is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does B. Gale Wilson Middle rank in CA?
B. Gale Wilson Middle ranks #8,192 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is B. Gale Wilson Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
B. Gale Wilson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 B. Gale Wilson Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, B. Gale Wilson Middle has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is B. Gale Wilson Middle a charter school?
No, B. Gale Wilson Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is B. Gale Wilson Middle a Title I school?
No, B. Gale Wilson Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for B. Gale Wilson Middle?
49.8% of students at B. Gale Wilson Middle 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 572
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (707) 421-4225
Resources & Links
District
Fairfield-Suisun Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,413
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,681
- District Rank
- #17 of 29
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