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
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Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2024
The teachers and principals have had a lot of turn around and have failed a lot of things so far and I hope next year I hope it will get better
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Envision Academy For Arts & Technology
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2024
Some of the best teachers in Oakland! They actually care about the students. The staff works with kids and never just throws them in detention. I really like the location, as it is close to BART. I... More
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Envision Academy For Arts & Technology
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2024
This school is a great place to learn. The staff are very caring and invested in the community.
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Envision Academy For Arts & Technology