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Hemlock Elementary
Elementary School · Vacaville Unified
400 Hemlock St., Vacaville, CA 95688
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,743 of 9,539
In Vacaville
#10 of 19
public schools
In district
#9 of 16
Vacaville Unified
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Hemlock Elementary
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About Hemlock Elementary
Hemlock Elementary is a public elementary school in Vacaville, CA, part of Vacaville Unified. Hemlock Elementary serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hemlock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,743 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hemlock Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Hemlock Elementary runs 20.6:1 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.
37% of students at Hemlock 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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Hemlock Elementary — Students at Hemlock Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Hemlock Elementary Compares
See how Hemlock Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 Hemlock St., Vacaville, CA 95688
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hemlock Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Browns Valley Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BETHANY LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Vacaville, see our Vacaville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willis Jepson Middle Vacaville | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Vacaville High Vacaville | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Orchard Elementary Vacaville | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Alamo Elementary Vacaville | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Kairos Public Vacaville | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy Vacaville | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Ernest Kimme Charter Academy Vacaville | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Shereene Wilkerson Academy of Excellence Vacaville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Edwin Markham Elementary Vacaville | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Browns Valley Elementary Vacaville | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Eugene Padan Elementary Vacaville | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Will C. Wood High Vacaville | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| VACAVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vacaville | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| VACAVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vacaville | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairmont Charter Elementary Vacaville | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING Vacaville | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vacaville | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Stetson Academy Vacaville | 2.6 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Vacaville | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Vaca Pena Middle Vacaville | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95688 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,791
Median Home Value
$657,400
Median Rent
$2,063/mo
Population
39,216
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
40
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|---|---|
| Alta Heights Elementary Napa, CA | 5.9 |
| Alta Mesa Elementary Redding, CA | 5.9 |
| Anna A. Borba Fundamental Elementary Chino, CA | 5.9 |
| Antelope Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 5.9 |
| Aspire Inskeep Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 5.9 |
| Badillo Elementary Covina, CA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hemlock Elementary
What grades does Hemlock Elementary serve?
Hemlock Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Hemlock Elementary?
Hemlock Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hemlock Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hemlock Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hemlock Elementary rank in CA?
Hemlock Elementary ranks #5,743 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hemlock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hemlock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Hemlock Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hemlock Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hemlock Elementary a charter school?
No, Hemlock Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hemlock Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hemlock Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hemlock Elementary?
53.4% of students at Hemlock 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
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (707) 453-6245
Resources & Links
District
Vacaville Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,708
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,223
- District Rank
- #9 of 16
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