Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy
Charter School
455 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 170 |
| Hispanic | 135 |
| Black | 28 |
| Asian | 39 |
| Two or More | 78 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White170 (37.5 %)
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Hispanic135 (29.8 %)
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Two or More78 (17.2 %)
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Asian39 (8.6 %)
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Black28 (6.2 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.4 %)
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American Indian1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 138 |
| Grade 10 | 114 |
| Grade 11 | 100 |
| Grade 12 | 103 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 237 | 52.1% |
| Male | 216 | 47.5% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.4% |
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