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#5549 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ernest Kimme Charter Academy
High School · Vacaville Unified
194 Bella Vista Rd, Vacaville, CA 95687
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,549 of 9,539
In Vacaville
#9 of 19
public schools
In district
#8 of 16
Vacaville Unified
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Ernest Kimme Charter Academy
Ernest Kimme Charter Academy is a public high school in Vacaville, CA, part of Vacaville Unified. Ernest Kimme Charter Academy serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ernest Kimme Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,549 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ernest Kimme Charter Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ernest Kimme Charter Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ernest Kimme Charter Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
71% of students at Ernest Kimme Charter Academy 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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Ernest Kimme Charter Academy — Students at Ernest Kimme Charter Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Ernest Kimme Charter Academy Compares
See how Ernest Kimme Charter Academy 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
194 Bella Vista Rd, Vacaville, CA 95687
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ernest Kimme Charter Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Vacaville High (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Will C. Wood High (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vacaville, see our Vacaville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kairos Public Vacaville | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Eugene Padan Elementary Vacaville | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| VACAVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vacaville | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| VACAVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vacaville | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Will C. Wood High Vacaville | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy Vacaville | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Alamo Elementary Vacaville | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Vacaville High Vacaville | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Shereene Wilkerson Academy of Excellence Vacaville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Hemlock Elementary Vacaville | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Fairmont Charter Elementary Vacaville | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Stetson Academy Vacaville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Willis Jepson Middle Vacaville | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Edwin Markham Elementary Vacaville | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vacaville | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Foxboro Elementary Vacaville | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Orchard Elementary Vacaville | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Sierra Vista K-8 Vacaville | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Vacaville | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING Vacaville | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95687 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,648
Median Home Value
$583,800
Median Rent
$2,250/mo
Population
69,741
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
66.3%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ernest Kimme Charter Academy
What grades does Ernest Kimme Charter Academy serve?
Ernest Kimme Charter Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Ernest Kimme Charter Academy?
Ernest Kimme Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ernest Kimme Charter Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ernest Kimme Charter Academy is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ernest Kimme Charter Academy rank in CA?
Ernest Kimme Charter Academy ranks #5,549 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ernest Kimme Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ernest Kimme Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Ernest Kimme Charter Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ernest Kimme Charter Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Ernest Kimme Charter Academy a charter school?
Yes, Ernest Kimme Charter Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ernest Kimme Charter Academy a Title I school?
No, Ernest Kimme Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ernest Kimme Charter Academy?
58.3% of students at Ernest Kimme Charter Academy 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 343
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.8%
- Phone
- (707) 469-2305
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
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District
Vacaville Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,708
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,223
- District Rank
- #8 of 16
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