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
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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 | 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 07, 2024
We feel extremely fortunate to have had two children in this school. Oso does a ton above and beyond and every teacher we have had truly wants to be there. We get the feeling this is a very sought... More
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Oso Grande Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
I am delighted to share my thoughts on St. Joseph's Elemntary School, which has exceeded my expectations in every way. We are now in First grade and I must say that the first grade teachers are... More
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St. Joseph Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
my kid goes to the school and said that this school is good and its very clean
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Watsonville High School