Located in this district, CA. Serving grades KG through 12.
Washington Unified serves kindergarten through twelfth grade across a district centered in West Sacramento in Yolo County. The district enrolls a diverse population, with a substantial majority of students identifying as Hispanic, followed by significant shares of white, Asian, and multiracial students. Race and ethnicity data shows the enrollment mirrors the broader demographics of the region.
Academic performance across the district tracks below mid-range on California's standardized assessments. In English language arts, proficiency averages in the low-to-mid range across tested grades, with eighth grade showing slightly stronger results than grades three through six. Mathematics proficiency is notably weaker, running substantially lower than ELA, with performance declining in upper elementary grades and then stabilizing in middle school. Science proficiency, measured in grades five and eight, also sits below mid-range. The pattern suggests students are building literacy skills more readily than mathematical reasoning, and that a noticeable performance dip occurs as students enter upper elementary before stabilizing in the middle grades.
When placed against peer districts in Yolo County, Washington Unified sits in the top quartile on an overall proficiency index, meaning it performs better than the median among its county peers, though this reflects the county's overall academic profile rather than strength relative to the state. The district reports chronic absenteeism at a rate close to the county midpoint. Per-pupil spending sits in the lower-to-middle range within the county, suggesting resource allocation comparable to or somewhat below most peer districts.
The district operates multiple elementary schools, two middle configurations, a traditional high school, an alternative high school program (Washington Middle College High), a school for independent study, and a virtual academy. This range of settings reflects an attempt to serve students with varying needs and learning preferences.
On the housing front, median home values in the district's service areas average in the mid-five figures, with some variation by zip code. Rental rates remain moderate for the region. Home values have declined modestly year over year, and rents have risen slightly. A family purchasing in this market would spend roughly one-third of household income on rent, or face a mortgage payment considerably higher than rent costs, reflecting typical California affordability pressures.
Two major facility investments shape the district's recent fiscal landscape. In 2020, voters approved Measure Z, a general obligation bond for facility improvements and construction, funded through property tax levies on assessed home value. In fall 2023, an administrative error at the county level resulted in West Sacramento homeowners receiving an unexpected property tax increase related to Measure Q bonds; the county developed a deferral program, and officials expect rates to return to normal over the remaining life of the bonds. Families considering a move to this community should factor these bond obligations into their property tax assessments, as they represent ongoing costs beyond standard taxation.
The district's academic profile suggests it is working to serve a diverse student body with developing proficiency in tested subjects. Prospective families evaluating schools here should look closely at the specific elementary or secondary school within the district, since offerings and performance vary by site. The presence of alternative pathways and independent study options indicates responsiveness to different student circumstances, though academic results overall point to areas where instructional support could be strengthened.
Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.
14 schools are officially reported under this district.
| ZIP | City | Value | YoY | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95691 | West Sacramento | $564K | -3.0% | 81.9% |
| 95605 | West Sacramento | $418K | -1.0% | 17.8% |
| 95620 | Dixon | $610K | -1.7% | 0.3% |
| ZIP | City | Rent/mo | YoY | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95691 | West Sacramento | $2,321 | +1.7% | 81.9% |
| 95605 | West Sacramento | $2,186 | -1.0% | 17.8% |
Officially reported figures, 2024-25.