Below Average
#7893 of 9,539 schools in CA
Vaca Pena Middle
Middle School · Vacaville Unified
200 Keith Way, Vacaville, CA 95687
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,893 of 9,539
In Vacaville
#17 of 19
public schools
In district
#15 of 16
Vacaville Unified
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Vaca Pena Middle
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About Vaca Pena Middle
Vaca Pena Middle is a public middle school in Vacaville, CA, part of Vacaville Unified. Vaca Pena Middle serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Vaca Pena Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,893 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vaca Pena Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Vaca Pena 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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Vaca Pena Middle — Students at Vaca Pena Middle score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 4.2/10.
How Vaca Pena Middle Compares
See how Vaca Pena Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 Keith Way, Vacaville, CA 95687
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vaca Pena Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sierra Vista K-8 (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cambridge Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vacaville, see our Vacaville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Vacaville | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Jean Callison Elementary Vacaville | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Cooper Elementary Vacaville | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Sierra Vista K-8 Vacaville | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vacaville | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Fairmont Charter Elementary Vacaville | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Cambridge Elementary Vacaville | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Stetson Academy Vacaville | 1.2 mi | — |
| THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING Vacaville | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Will C. Wood High Vacaville | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Foxboro Elementary Vacaville | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| VACAVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vacaville | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Shereene Wilkerson Academy of Excellence Vacaville | 1.8 mi | — |
| Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy Vacaville | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Edwin Markham Elementary Vacaville | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Eugene Padan Elementary Vacaville | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| VACAVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vacaville | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Ernest Kimme Charter Academy Vacaville | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Kairos Public Vacaville | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| The Academy of 21st Century Learning Vacaville | 3.0 mi | — |
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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| Delta Sierra Middle Stockton, CA | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vaca Pena Middle
What grades does Vaca Pena Middle serve?
Vaca Pena Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Vaca Pena Middle?
Vaca Pena Middle has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vaca Pena Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Vaca Pena Middle is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vaca Pena Middle rank in CA?
Vaca Pena Middle ranks #7,893 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vaca Pena Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Vaca Pena Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Vaca Pena Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vaca Pena Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vaca Pena Middle a charter school?
No, Vaca Pena Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vaca Pena Middle a Title I school?
No, Vaca Pena Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vaca Pena Middle?
56.3% of students at Vaca Pena 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 654
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (707) 453-6270
Resources & Links
District
Vacaville Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,708
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,223
- District Rank
- #15 of 16
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