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.
474
Total Students
24.3
Full-Time Teachers
19.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy
Demographic Student Count
White188
Hispanic137
Black33
Asian43
Two or More65
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    188 (40.0%)
  • Hispanic
    137 (29.1%)
  • Two or More
    65 (13.8%)
  • Asian
    43 (9.1%)
  • Black
    33 (7.0%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4%)
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: 474
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 95
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 67
Grades Taught
Grade 9 122
Grade 10 126
Grade 11 125
Grade 12 101

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 9122
Grade 10126
Grade 11125
Grade 12101
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24150.8%
Male22948.3%
Not Specified40.9%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)