Solano County Schools & Education
Solano County, California
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
44/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
87.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 87.5%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,541
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,762
School Score
44/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 55/100
State Score Position
#49
of 58 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Solano County
Measured School Summary
Solano County performs at an average level with a school score of 44/100 and a solid graduation rate of 87.1%.
Funding Context
At $7,541 per pupil, Solano County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 20% below the California average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 0.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 14% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Solano County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
109 public schools and 15 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
44/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #49 of 58 California counties with school score data.
Completion
87.1%
0.4 pts below the state average
Funding context
$7,541
$1,221 below the state average
School coverage
109
15 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Solano County has 109 public schools across 15 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Solano County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Large multi-district county
Solano County has many school records across many districts. County averages are only the opening screen; neighborhood-level assignment and grade-band fit matter more here.
State position
#49
of 58 California counties with school score data. The county score is 11 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 98% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
Elementary to high school visible
20,519 students
31 listed schools in this county slice.
Vacaville Unified
Elementary to high school visible
12,574 students
18 listed schools in this county slice.
Vallejo City Unified
Elementary to high school visible
10,299 students
20 listed schools in this county slice.
Travis Unified
Elementary to high school visible
5,326 students
10 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Fairfield-Suisun Unified is the largest listed district slice, with 31 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Solano County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Solano County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Which schools are missing enrollment or ratio fields, and does the district publish a newer local profile than the NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data?
Education Overview
About Schools in Solano County, California
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Growing Systems in the North Bay
Solano County supports a significant population of 61,060 students across 109 public schools and 15 districts. The infrastructure is primarily built around 61 elementary and 28 high schools, catering to the region's expanding family population. Charter schools are an available option, representing 11% of the total school count.
Fairfield, Vacaville, and Vallejo Lead
Fairfield-Suisun Unified is the largest district with 20,519 students across 31 schools, followed by Vacaville Unified with 12,574. Individual high schools are quite large; Angelo Rodriguez High leads with 2,081 students, while Vacaville High serves 1,994. These districts form the core of the county's educational identity.
Suburban Living with Robust High Schools
With 68 schools located in suburban areas, the county offers a classic residential learning environment. The average school size is 582 students, but major high schools frequently host over 1,600 students, offering a broad range of extracurriculars. This suburban focus makes it a popular choice for families moving from more congested urban cores.
School Overview
Total Schools
109
in Solano County
Reported Enrollment
61,060
107 schools reporting
School Districts
15
districts
Charter Schools
12
11% of total
School Level Breakdown
15 School Districts in Solano County
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
GuideVacaville Unified
GuideVallejo City Unified
GuideTravis Unified
GuideBenicia Unified
GuideDixon Unified
Caliber: ChangeMakers Academy District
Elite Public District
Kairos Public School Vacaville Academy District
Dixon Montessori Charter District
109 Public Schools in Solano County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 11 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 109 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelo Rodriguez High | Profile | Fairfield-Suisun Unified | Fairfield, 94534Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 2,081 |
| Vacaville High | Profile | Vacaville Unified | Vacaville, 95688Suburb: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,994 |
| Armijo High | Profile | Fairfield-Suisun Unified | Fairfield, 94533Suburb: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 1,967 |
| Will C. Wood High | Profile | Vacaville Unified | Vacaville, 95687Suburb: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,670 |
| Vanden High | Profile | Travis Unified | Fairfield, 94533Suburb: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 1,640 |
| Fairfield High | Profile | Fairfield-Suisun Unified | Fairfield, 94533Suburb: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 1,633 |
| Jesse M. Bethel High | Profile | Vallejo City Unified | Vallejo, 94591City: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 1,481 |
| Benicia High | Profile | Benicia Unified | Benicia, 94510Suburb: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 1,432 |
| Vallejo High | Profile | Vallejo City Unified | Vallejo, 94590City: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 1,335 |
| Dixon High | Profile | Dixon Unified | Dixon, 95620Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 1,013 |
| Benicia Middle | Profile | Benicia Unified | Benicia, 94510Suburb: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 986 |
| Willis Jepson Middle | Record | Vacaville Unified | Vacaville, 95688Suburb: Small | 7–8 | Middle | 925 |
| Caliber: ChangeMakers Academy | Record | Caliber: ChangeMakers Academy District | Richmond, 94805City: Midsize | KG–8 | Charter | 919 |
| Edwin Markham Elementary | Record | Vacaville Unified | Vacaville, 95688Suburb: Small | KG–6 | Primary | 882 |
| Hogan Middle | Record | Vallejo City Unified | Vallejo, 94591City: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 867 |
| Green Valley Middle | Record | Fairfield-Suisun Unified | Fairfield, 94534Suburb: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 830 |
| Nelda Mundy Elementary | Record | Fairfield-Suisun Unified | Fairfield, 94534Suburb: Midsize | KG–5 | Primary | 787 |
| Grange Middle | Record | Fairfield-Suisun Unified | Fairfield, 94533Suburb: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 780 |
| Public Safety Academy | Record | Fairfield-Suisun Unified | Fairfield, 94533Suburb: Midsize | 5–12 | Alternative | 746 |
| Browns Valley Elementary | Record | Vacaville Unified | Vacaville, 95688Suburb: Small | KG–6 | Primary | 745 |
Angelo Rodriguez High
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
Fairfield, 94534 / Rural: Fringe
Vacaville High
Vacaville Unified
Vacaville, 95688 / Suburb: Small
Armijo High
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
Fairfield, 94533 / Suburb: Midsize
Will C. Wood High
Vacaville Unified
Vacaville, 95687 / Suburb: Small
Vanden High
Travis Unified
Fairfield, 94533 / Suburb: Midsize
Fairfield High
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
Fairfield, 94533 / Suburb: Midsize
Jesse M. Bethel High
Vallejo City Unified
Vallejo, 94591 / City: Midsize
Benicia High
Benicia Unified
Benicia, 94510 / Suburb: Midsize
Vallejo High
Vallejo City Unified
Vallejo, 94590 / City: Midsize
Dixon High
Dixon Unified
Dixon, 95620 / Rural: Fringe
Benicia Middle
Benicia Unified
Benicia, 94510 / Suburb: Midsize
Caliber: ChangeMakers Academy
Caliber: ChangeMakers Academy District
Richmond, 94805 / City: Midsize
Edwin Markham Elementary
Vacaville Unified
Vacaville, 95688 / Suburb: Small
Green Valley Middle
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
Fairfield, 94534 / Suburb: Midsize
Nelda Mundy Elementary
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
Fairfield, 94534 / Suburb: Midsize
Public Safety Academy
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
Fairfield, 94533 / Suburb: Midsize
Browns Valley Elementary
Vacaville Unified
Vacaville, 95688 / Suburb: Small
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,541
State avg $8,762
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Schools in Solano County, California — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Solano County, California?
Solano County supports a significant population of 61,060 students across 109 public schools and 15 districts. The infrastructure is primarily built around 61 elementary and 28 high schools, catering to the region's expanding family population. Charter schools are an available option, representing 11% of the total school count.
What are the major school districts in Solano County, California?
Fairfield-Suisun Unified is the largest district with 20,519 students across 31 schools, followed by Vacaville Unified with 12,574. Individual high schools are quite large; Angelo Rodriguez High leads with 2,081 students, while Vacaville High serves 1,994. These districts form the core of the county's educational identity.
What is the school experience like in Solano County?
With 68 schools located in suburban areas, the county offers a classic residential learning environment. The average school size is 582 students, but major high schools frequently host over 1,600 students, offering a broad range of extracurriculars. This suburban focus makes it a popular choice for families moving from more congested urban cores.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.