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
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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 26, 2024
As a prospective student you will learn much if you read the recent reviews by students and alums.
As a parent you should know that academic excellence was intentionally removed from the mission... More
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Chadwick School
Parent / Guardian
April 26, 2024
Phoenix Ranch is an outstanding school. They give excellent care and education to children. Phoenix has been both academically and emotionally beneficial to my children. I would recommend this school... More
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Phoenix Ranch School
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2024
Cypress is such a quaint, safe, and lovely school! I have had kids here at Cypress for over 10 years and they have all thrived. The teachers are truly caring and the administration and staff are... More
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Cypress Elementary School