The Benicia Unified School District is based in Benicia, Ca, a city in Solano County, California. The Benicia School District operates 2 high schools, a middle school and 4 elementary schools within the city boundaries.  The Benicia Unified School District was organized in 1850 and is one of the earliest California communities to establish a public education system. Benicia was the first state capitol in 1853-1854 and was relocated to Sacramento in 1855. By 1855 there were only 71 students enrolled in the Benicia school system. As of 2013-2014 school year, the district has about 5,000 students enrolled. Benicia Schools, Benicia Unified School District, Elementary, Middle, High Schools

K-5 – Joe Henderson Elementary School – Mission Statement:  All students can learn. Students need to develop a deep understanding of essential knowledge and  skills, as well as the capacity to apply their learning to reason, solve problems, and produce quality work. Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs. The goal of our educational programs is to prepare students to become contributing members of society. A safe and supportive learning environment promotes student learning. 650 Hastings Dr., Benicia CA 94510 – 707-474-8370 – Website

K-5 – Matthew Turner Elementary School – Mission Statement: To provide students with a positive and safe learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve to their highest potential, to become contributing members of our community, to be tolerant and respectful of others, and to be empowered with the knowledge and skills to shape their future. 540 Rose Dr, Benicia, CA 94510 – 707-747-8390 – Website

K-5 – Robert Semple Elementary School – Mission Statement:  We, the staff of Robert Semple Elementary School, are committed to creating a learning environment that prepares our students for college and career. We are dedicated and committed to ensuring the academic and personal success of each and every student. 2015 East 3rd St. Benicia CA 94510 – 707-747-8360 – Website

K-5 – Mary Farmar Elementary School – Mission Statement:  Mary Farmar Elementary School will provide a safe, stimulating learning environment in which all children will learn and prepare for the opportunity to attend college if they choose. They will develop a respect for themselves and others with a sensitivity to, and appreciation for, cultural and individual diversities. 901 Military West. Benicia CA  94510 – 707-747-8300 – Website

6-8 – Benicia Middle School –  Mission Statement:  Benicia Middle School provides a safe and respectful learning environment where students are encouraged to meet their full potential as life-long learners and productive citizens. 1100 Southampton Rd, Benicia CA 94510 – 707-747-8340 – Website

9-12 – Benicia High School –  Mission Statement:  BHS will graduate students who are equipped to succeed in a changing world. Students will: Think critically, Collaborate, Adapt: Use a variety of tools to solve problems, Seek out new ideas and opportunities, Access and analyze information, Have curiosity and imagination, See problems from different perspectives, Re-imagine and Re-invent, Communicate Effectively, Act with honor, ethics, and integrity. 1101 Military West, Benicia CA 94510 – 707-747-8325 – Website

9-12 – Liberty High School –  Mission Statement:  Liberty High School provides a safe and caring environment that supports the development of academic, personal, and social skills enabling students to become responsible, productive members of their community. 350 East K St, Benicia CA 94510 – 707-747-8325 – Website

Benicia is also home to St. Dominic School, a Preschool though 8th grade coeducational Catholic school run by the Ministry of St. Dominic Parish which was established in 1854 by the Dominican Order of Priests and are a part of the Diocese of Sacramento.

PK-8 – Saint Dominic School –  Mission Statement:  Welcome to St. Dominic School, a Preschool through Eighth Grade coeducational Catholic school located in the historic city of Benicia, California. We are a ministry of St. Dominic Parish, which was established in 1854 by the Dominican Order of Priests, and are a part of the Diocese of Sacramento. 935 East 5th St, Benicia CA 94510 – 707-745-1266 – Website

Vallejo – 9-12 – St. Patrick – St. Vincent High School –  Mission Statement: St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School, a Catholic college preparatory high school of the Diocese of Sacramento, challenges our diverse student population to seek truth as creative, complex thinkers and to be responsible citizens and compassionate individuals who share their gifts with others. 1500 Benicia Rd, Vallejo CA 94591 – 707-644-4425 – Website