Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy

School Overview
Elise P. Buckingham Charter Magnet High School, located in Vacaville, California, is a specialized institution within the Vacaville Unified School District that prioritizes a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. As a charter magnet school, it distinguishes itself by offering smaller class sizes and a focused academic environment designed to foster close relationships between students and faculty. The school emphasizes critical thinking and personal responsibility, aiming to prepare students for the demands of higher education and their future professional careers through a structured and supportive educational framework.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Buckingham Charter is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to student engagement. The school encourages participation in a variety of extracurricular activities and elective programs that allow students to explore diverse interests in a safe and intimate setting. By combining high academic expectations with a personalized approach to learning, the school provides an alternative educational pathway for students who thrive in a more focused, community-oriented environment, ensuring they are well-equipped for life after graduation.
455
Total Students
24.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy
Demographic Student Count
White170
Hispanic135
Black28
Asian39
Two or More78
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    170 (37.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    135 (29.8 %)
  • Two or More
    78 (17.2 %)
  • Asian
    39 (8.6 %)
  • Black
    28 (6.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Vacaville Unified
Phone: (707)453-7300
Website: http://buckingham.vacavilleusd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 455
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 95
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 67
Grades Taught
Grade 9 138
Grade 10 114
Grade 11 100
Grade 12 103

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 9138
Grade 10114
Grade 11100
Grade 12103
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23752.1%
Male21647.5%
Not Specified20.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)