Serving 715 students in grades 7-8, Vaca Pena Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vaca Pena Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Vaca Pena Middle School's student population of 715 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vaca Pena Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Vaca Pena Middle School often compared to?
Vaca Pena Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willis Jepson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Vaca Pena Middle School?
715 students attend Vaca Pena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Vaca Pena Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vaca Pena Middle School?
Vaca Pena Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vaca Pena Middle School offer ?
Vaca Pena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Vaca Pena Middle School part of?
Vaca Pena Middle School is part of Vacaville Unified School District.
School Reviews
1 5/19/2020
While there were some amazing aspects of it, I certainly don''t miss this school. I''m glad I''m out of this prison. There are way too many people who are bad influences here; there are fights and there''s a lot of bullying. A lot of teachers are terrible and can''t teach, but there are some pretty great ones and I miss them. I also want to mention that this school provides an overwhelming amount of homework. Overall, I do not recommend this school. My mental health declined severely. If you''re a good student who''s planning to go to this school, or if you need help navigating middle school, my best advice for you is to stay strong, get involved in extracurricular activities (for the most part), don''t let people have power or control over you, be wise, and choose your friends very carefully. Good luck. You''ll need it.
1 4/16/2018
This school is very bad for its bullying polices. i would not recommend this school
2 5/17/2010
The Math program at the school is very bad the teaching component is very limited and the 8th grade teaching staff needs to be pink sliped and replaced.
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