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 23, 2024
My son attended another jr high in this district for all of 7th and most of 8th grade. He did not like that other school. After transferring here, the teachers were easier to get a hold of. The office... More
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Orangeview Junior High School
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
Simonds Elementary has been an amazing kindergarten experience for my child! The teachers are patient, caring, and incredibly skilled at making learning fun and engaging. The staff is also top-notch,... More
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Simonds Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
My daughter came back to get her GED and has had nothing but an amazingly positive experience.
She has a bit of dyslexia, and also has ADHD and gets overwhelmed easily when she feels like she’s not... More
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Inland Career Education Center