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
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Parent / Guardian
May 11, 2024
great njrotc program. many activities. my child is very please with the school
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Centennial High School
Parent / Guardian
May 11, 2024
There were constant issues with bullying and hazing that were not addressed by the administration. Kids were worried that older students would throw eggs at them or beat them up because it was a... More
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Berkeley High School
Parent / Guardian
May 11, 2024
We had a horrible time at Willard. While some of the teachers were excellent (we had some great math teachers, for example) and we loved the cooking and gardening programs, bullying was a huge problem... More
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Willard Middle School