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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2024
I don’t know who writes a 5 star review here, but they are either staff or part of the backstabber crew. This staff doesn’t nurture anybody. If you buck the system, they tell you to leave! YES, that’s... More
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St. Peter's Lutheran
Parent / Guardian
April 24, 2024
Great program and very dedicated teachers. Small student/ teacher ratio. Lots of activities. I know my kids are getting a great education.
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Oak Crest Academy
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 24, 2024
Beware. Orion International Academy does not help kids learn. International student live in the back with inadequate supervision and the school profits from this. Students are losing their education... More
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Orion International Academy