What grades does Western Center Academy serve?

Western Center Academy operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Hemet area.

Where is Western Center Academy located?

Western Center Academy is a rural school in Hemet, CA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Western Center Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Western Center Academy is 24.7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

Is Western Center Academy a charter school?

Western Center Academy operates as a charter school. It is publicly funded but has more autonomy than traditional public schools in curriculum and operations.

What schools are in Hemet, CA?

Schools in Hemet include Western Center Academy and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Hemet area.

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Western Center Academy — School Calendar 2026-27

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Hemet, CA 92543

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

Blood DriveEvent

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Oct

Fri

End of 2nd TriadEvent

Nov

Fri

MS Fall Frenzy DanceEvent

Details to follow

Nov

Wed

Veteran's Day - No SchoolEvent

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakEvent

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Wed

Minimum DayEvent

Middle School - 8:30 AM - 12:13 AM - Lunch after dismissalHigh School - 8:30 AM - 12:41 PM - Lunch after dismissalSupervision ends at 1:11 pm

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School Profile

Grades

6–12

Enrollment

741

Student:Teacher

24.7:1

Locale

Rural

District

Hemet Unified

Econ. Disadvantaged

61.7%

Phone

(951)766-9030

Charter School

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

85-89%

Math Proficiency

70-74%

Graduation Rate

>=95%

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

15 courses offered

224 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

109 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

79 test takers

Student-Teacher Ratio: 25.7:1

Worse than average in CA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

739

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

29.6

86% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.2

Security Staff

3.8699999

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,819

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,792

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$25,655

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 65%Local 24%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$580,340

-1.9% 1yr+32.5% 5yr

Riverside, CA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.9%

Below 150% poverty line

6.8%

Unemployment rate

8.0%

Uninsured residents

17.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,045

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,853

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,374 (36%)

Autism

700 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

675 (18%)

Speech/Language Impairment

655 (17%)

Intellectual Disability

199 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

98 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

762

Current enrollment

Stable(+7% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

Blood Drive

Check the blood drive notice for eligibility requirements and registration.

Event

Fri, Oct 30, 2026

End of 2nd Triad

Event

Fri, Nov 6, 2026

MS Fall Frenzy Dance

Details to follow

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Hemet Unified. Western Center Academy follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	Teacher CollabDistrict-wide Check the notice for collaboration topics and any required materials.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Vision & Hearing TestingDistrict-wide Christy Lawson ext 203 Check the health services notice for screening procedures and what to expect.	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School-💪Labor DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Teacher CollaborationDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	Kona Ice (during dismissals)District-wide Check the announcement for vendor schedule and dismissal timing details.	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Breakfast Pop Ups (Pancakes)District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Teacher Collab District-wide Check the notice for collaboration topics and any required materials.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	PTA Recess Night Event District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Kinder testingDistrict-wide Rachel Adams - lead teacher Review the testing schedule for dates and what to expect.	exam	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Sep Lead Teacher Site Mtg. District-wide Meeting Room: Room 401 Time: 2:30 - 3:30 Bring: Laptop/Notetaker SAI Leads: Only 1 of you is to attend	Staff Day	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Kona Ice (during dismissals)District-wide Check the announcement for vendor schedule and dismissal timing details.	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Teacher CollaborationDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Kinder testingDistrict-wide Rachel Adams - lead teacher Review the testing schedule for dates and what to expect.	exam	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Kinder testingDistrict-wide Rachel Adams - lead teacher Review the testing schedule for dates and what to expect.	exam	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	THS - SAT TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Kinder testingDistrict-wide Rachel Adams - lead teacher Review the testing schedule for dates and what to expect.	exam	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Vision & Hearing TestingDistrict-wide Christy Lawson ext 203 Check the health services notice for screening procedures and what to expect.	exam	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Vision & Hearing TestingDistrict-wide Christy Lawson ext 203 Check the health services notice for screening procedures and what to expect.	exam	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Kona Ice (during dismissals)District-wide Check the announcement for vendor schedule and dismissal timing details.	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Parent-Teacher Conference Early Release TK/K at 11:45; 1st-5th at 12:35District-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	Parent - Teacher Conferences District-wide Parent - Teacher Conferences Early Release TK/K at 11:45; 1-5 at 12:35 Check the school notice for conference scheduling and registration details.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Parent - Teacher Conferences District-wide Parent - Teacher Conferences Early Release TK/K at 11:45; 1-5 at 12:35 Check the school notice for conference scheduling and registration details.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	MS Parent Teacher Conference DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	Blood Drive Check the blood drive notice for eligibility requirements and registration.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	End of 2nd Triad	Event	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	MS Fall Frenzy Dance Details to follow	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veteran's Day - No School	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Minimum Day Middle School - 8:30 AM - 12:13 AM - Lunch after dismissalHigh School - 8:30 AM - 12:41 PM - Lunch after dismissalSupervision ends at 1:11 pm	Event	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Minimum Day Middle School - 8:30 AM - 12:13 AM - Lunch after dismissalHigh School - 8:30 AM - 12:41 PM - Lunch after dismissalSupervision ends at 1:11 pm	Event	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	End of 1st Semester Review the academic calendar for semester dates and grade reporting details.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Day - No School	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's Week - No School	Event	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	Blood Drive Check the blood drive notice for eligibility requirements and registration.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	End of 4th Triad	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break - No School Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	End of 5th Triad	Event	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	Graduation Review the graduation notice for ceremony details and logistics.	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - No School Review the school calendar for holiday closure dates.	Event	—
Tue, Jun 1, 2027	Minimum Day Middle School - 8:30 AM - 12:13 AM - Lunch after dismissalHigh School - 8:30 AM - 12:41 PM - Lunch after dismissalSupervision ends at 1:11 pm	Event	—
Wed, Jun 2, 2027	Minimum Day - Last Day of School Middle School - 8:30 AM - 12:13 AM - Lunch after dismissalHigh School - 8:30 AM - 12:41 PM - Lunch after dismissalSupervision ends at 1:11 pm	Event	—
Wed, Jun 2, 2027	End of 2nd Semester	Event	—