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
Great school! My child loves Envision and so do we. We really like the protfolio defense model. Teachers go above and beyond. This school is amazing.
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Envision Academy For Arts & Technology
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2024
This school is amazing. The principal is out every morning greeting kids by name and greeting parents. She’s out at pick up time doing the same. The support staff knows every kid by name and they’ve... More
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Dp Christian School
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2024
"This school is a total disappointment. The communication from staff is abysmal, with important messages often lost or ignored. The teachers seem more interested in enforcing strict rules than... More
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Will C. Wood Middle School