- Public Early College charter high school accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
- Second highest state ranking (7 of 10) by California Department of Education of all high schools in Stanislaus County.
- Top 10% in state ranking of all (59) high schools in Stanislaus, San Joaquin, and Merced counties.
- Highest 10th Grade pass rate (96%) in Stanislaus County (County 78%, MCS 79%) on English portion of the 2009 CAHSEE.
- One of four high schools in Stanislaus County to meet all components of the federal AYP (Annual Yearly Progress).
- As part of the Bill & Melinda Gates Early College Initiative, and a partner with Modesto Junior College, our students may take tuition-free college courses for university transfer and/or in career-technical programs, and can earn up to 60 college units by the time they graduate from our school.
- College units also count toward our high school graduation requirements. VCHS students earned a 3.2 grade point average in their MJC courses in 2008-09.
- Teachers are dedicated and take a sincere interest in the success of their students creating a motivated and committed learning environment.
- Certified charter school by the California Charter School Association.
- Offering challenging academics in both classroom-based and home-based instruction, including an option of business ROP classes. Character development, and career and college readiness are emphasized.
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