11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,926
Middle Schools
5,903
High Schools
9,191
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,871
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 | 222 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
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Parent / Guardian
May 03, 2024
I can’t be happier with my child’s experience at this school. He loves going to school. The after school activities offered here are diverse and engaging. The teachers are dedicated and are great with... More
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Lincoln Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 03, 2024
Reed is an exceptional school. The teachers here are not just educators; they are passionate mentors who genuinely care about each student's personal and academic growth.
The school itself boasts... More
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Reed Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 03, 2024
I've had two children go through here and it's really been a good school. Both kids had similar teachers, and all were nice and willing to help our kids when they needed one on one. Bullying was a... More
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Somerset Middle School