11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,925
Middle Schools
5,904
High Schools
9,192
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,870
Private Schools
26,434
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in California based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in California offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in California
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Los Angeles Unified School District
460,633 students | LOS ANGELES, CA
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 986 schools -
San Diego Unified School District
97,968 students | SAN DIEGO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 223 schools -
Fresno Unified School District
70,088 students | FRESNO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 104 schools -
Long Beach Unified School District
69,413 students | LONG BEACH, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 87 schools -
Elk Grove Unified School District
63,157 students | ELK GROVE, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 68 schools
Reviews From Schools in California
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
April 17, 2024
Ansaar Academy has the best teaching staff ever. They have the ability and knowledge to deal with students of all levels. And work to attract students to learn the Qur’an, and support them with... More
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AL-Ansar Academy
Current student
April 17, 2024
The district's chromebook does not let me access my language keyboard which make me harder to do in writing assignment.
Review for
Gilroy High School
Current student
April 17, 2024
HORRIBLE not all teachers are good and it drags my grade down, I do not understand how if I get a C on a quiz a certain teacher will drop it 10% but if passing with B or higher it doesn't budge. NO... More
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Silver Creek High School