Serving 1,671 students in grades 9-12, Will C. Wood High School ranks in the top 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Will C. Wood High serves the southeastern part of Vacaville, CA, covering an area of approximately 33.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Will C. Wood High School's student population of 1,671 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,671 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Will C. Wood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Will C. Wood High School is 0.72, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4548 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
45%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
24%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Will C. Wood High School's ranking?
Will C. Wood High School is ranked #4548 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Will C. Wood High School often compared to?
Will C. Wood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vacaville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Will C. Wood High School?
The graduation rate of Will C. Wood High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Will C. Wood High School?
1,671 students attend Will C. Wood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Will C. Wood High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Will C. Wood High School?
Will C. Wood High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Will C. Wood High School offer ?
Will C. Wood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Will C. Wood High School part of?
Will C. Wood High School is part of Vacaville Unified School District.
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