Serving 954 students in grades 7-8, Willis Jepson Middle 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 954 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willis Jepson Middle serves the northwest part of Vacaville, CA, covering an area of approximately 71 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willis Jepson Middle School's student population of 954 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
954 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willis Jepson Middle 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 Willis Jepson Middle School is 0.67, 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
#4062 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willis Jepson Middle School's ranking?
Willis Jepson Middle School is ranked #4062 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Willis Jepson Middle School often compared to?
Willis Jepson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vaca Pena Middle School, Golden West 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 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Willis Jepson Middle School?
954 students attend Willis Jepson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Willis Jepson Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willis Jepson Middle School?
Willis Jepson Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Willis Jepson Middle School offer ?
Willis Jepson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Willis Jepson Middle School part of?
Willis Jepson Middle School is part of Vacaville Unified School District.
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