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
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 | 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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2024
My son has been bullied for over a year and the school won’t do anything. He has been called racial slurs on a daily basis. There has been hate crimes towards my son on a few occasions . The principal... More
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Wilson C. Riles Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2024
We love everything about College Park Elementary! Both our kids are currently enrolled and have loved going to school since day one!The staff is amazing and the infrastructure is modern and fully... More
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College Park Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2024
Not a good school, the principal assistance is horrible.
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Menifee Valley Middle School